Panax notoginseng has too many side effects

Now, with the improvement of living standards and the increase of life pressure, more and more people pay attention to health preservation. I believe that many people have heard about the efficacy of Panax notoginseng on their mobile phones or TV, and many people blindly buy Panax notoginseng as a health supplement. However, Chinese medicine and Western medicine are actually the same. If taken too much, there will be some side effects that cannot be ignored. Let’s learn about the specific side effects of Panax notoginseng.

1. Pregnant women with cold body have contraindications to medication

Large amounts of Panax notoginseng may cause nausea, vomiting, bleeding, and may also cause second-degree atrioventricular block. Injecting Panax notoginseng into the muscle will cause pain. A very small number of people may develop allergic drug rash after taking Panax notoginseng powder or tablets orally, so allergic patients should not consume it. Pregnant women taking Panax notoginseng may cause miscarriage. People who are prone to getting angry should not eat Panax notoginseng. The main ingredients of Panax notoginseng powder are active ingredients such as notoginseng saponins. It does not contain any substances harmful to the human body and can be taken for a long time. But it’s not applicable to everyone. As early as in ancient times, doctors realized in clinical practice that Panax notoginseng is not suitable for all bleeding diseases, and it is contraindicated for use in diseases that cause severe damage to vital energy and depletion of yin and yang. For example, you should stop taking it during menstruation, because Panax notoginseng has the effect of activating blood circulation and may cause excessive bleeding; pregnant women should not take Panax notoginseng powder, which is the same reason why you should not take other western medicines during pregnancy, so as to avoid side effects on the fetus. Of course, if Panax notoginseng is used to replenish blood after delivery, it would be a good product, because Panax notoginseng powder has an excellent effect on hemorrhagic anemia; Panax notoginseng is warm and slightly cool in nature, so people with weak constitution should also observe while taking it.

2. Medicines are toxic and should be taken in moderation

Another thing to note to avoid the side effects of Panax notoginseng powder is to take it in moderation. Panax notoginseng powder is not a tonic, but it has certain medicinal properties. “All medicines are poisonous,” so doctors recommend that normal people do not take it casually. The best way to take Panax notoginseng powder is "small amounts and multiple times". Studies have shown that taking a small amount of Panax notoginseng powder is more effective than taking a large amount. Don't mistakenly think that the more you take, the better the effect. Excessive consumption of Panax notoginseng powder can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, nose bleeding, increased menstrual flow, and weakness in the limbs. Therefore, we need to pay attention to controlling the dosage according to the condition and medication. For normal people, 3-5 grams per day, divided into 2-3 times, is more appropriate.

3. Pay attention to your work and rest schedule

Since Panax notoginseng has the effect of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, it is more suitable for people suffering from hyperlipidemia, coronary heart disease, hyperlipidemia and anemia. As a blood-activating medicine, only Panax notoginseng powder can promote blood circulation without breaking qi. It and ginseng belong to the same family. If you take it consistently, it can promote blood circulation, dredge meridians, stop bleeding and strengthen the heart. However, citizens should pay attention that when taking Panax notoginseng powder, they should avoid eating broad beans, fish and sour and cold foods, and do not smoke or drink, pay attention to their work and rest schedule, and eat a light diet. Of course, when you feel unwell, you still need to go to the hospital for treatment.