The efficacy and function of Xishencao

What I want to share with you is a Chinese herbal medicine that can be used in the countryside to treat rheumatic diseases, which is Siegesbeckia sibiricum. So, what are its actual effects and functions? What are the practical application prescriptions in clinical medicine? In this article, I will introduce you to the professional knowledge in these aspects.

The main effects of Siegesbeckia sibiricum

Siegesbeckia, also known as pig grass, pig vegetable, sticky vegetable, etc., is usually used as medicine in its dry surface part. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that it is cold, pungent and bitter, and has the effects of removing rheumatism, benefiting joints and removing toxins. In clinical medicine, it can be especially used to treat rheumatism, arthralgia, bone and muscle weakness and other symptoms.

Medicinal value of Siegesbeckia sibiricum

Pharmacological studies have shown that Siegesbeckia sibiricum mainly contains terpenes and glycosides, and its medicinal value mainly includes the following:

1. Anti-infection effect

Siegesbeckia sibiricum is often used as a common "rheumatic medicine" in rural areas. The main reason is its anti-infective effect, which can help relieve inflammation in rheumatic joint symptoms.

2. Blood pressure lowering effect

Scientific research shows that Siegesbeckia has a certain vasoconstriction effect on blood vessels, which can help block the vasoconstriction response caused by nerve stimulation, thereby having a certain blood pressure lowering effect.

3. Antibacterial effect

Siegesbeckia also has antibacterial effects. It is highly sensitive to Staphylococcus aureus. It also has inhibitory effects on Staphylococcus aureus, catarrhal Gram-negative bacteria, Streptococcus enteritidis, and Streptococcus choleraesuis. Therefore, in clinical medicine, Siegesbeckia can also be used to treat dengue fever, eczema and other diseases.

Common problems with Siegesbeckia

1. Because Siegesbeckia sibiricum is a Chinese herbal medicine with a cold taste, it is generally not suitable for people with weak constitutions, but it is more suitable for people with rheumatic pain that is more severe due to cold and dampness.

2. When decocting Siegesbeckia scabra, do not stir-fry in order to avoid losing its medicinal properties.

3. Do not take too much Siegesbeckia serrata to prevent vomiting.