Is Asarum poisonous?

Asarum contains certain toxins. If taken in large doses, it may cause poisoning reactions. It must be taken under the guidance of a doctor.

Asarum belongs to the family Aristolochiales. This plant contains a certain amount of toxins. It generally does not cause severe reactions when taken in small doses, but if taken in larger doses or for a long time, it may cause poisoning reactions and adverse effects, and increase the burden on the liver and kidneys. Therefore, it is necessary to master the appropriate dosage to avoid affecting physical health. It is also necessary to choose the appropriate drug dosage and time of taking the drug according to personal circumstances.

Asarum can dispel wind and cold, and also has the effect of promoting water flow and opening the orifices. It can be used to treat symptoms of wind-cold headache and sinusitis. It can also improve toothache and phlegm and cough. It can also be used to treat symptoms of cough with excessive sputum and thick sputum caused by dry lungs. It can also be used to relieve cough caused by tonsillitis and pharyngitis, and can achieve a rapid antitussive effect.

Patients with headaches caused by Yin deficiency and Yang hyperactivity, or lung dryness, or dry cough are prohibited from taking this medicine, otherwise it will affect the disease and be detrimental to recovery. At the same time, this drug should not be used with Veratrum.