What are the effects, functions and contraindications of processed Polygala

Polygala tenuifolia is a commonly used Chinese medicine, which may be relatively unfamiliar to everyone. Polygala has many benefits for the human body and was regarded as a life-saving medicine in ancient times. Therefore, it can be seen that the medicinal effect of Polygala is relatively good. At the same time, this traditional Chinese medicine also has some contraindications.

Effects and functions of Polygala: Polygala is the root of Polygala tenuifolia and Polygala siberica, plants of the Polygalaceae family. Polygala has the effects of calming the mind, removing phlegm and invigorating the orifices, detoxifying and reducing swelling. Polygala is mainly used to treat restlessness, palpitations and insomnia, forgetfulness, epilepsy, cough with excessive sputum, carbuncle on the back, and swollen and painful breasts.

Contraindications of Polygala:

1. People with fire in the heart and kidneys, as well as yin deficiency and yang hyperactivity should avoid taking Polygala tenuifolia.

2. Polygala tenuifolia is best supplemented with Poria cocos, Plantago asiatica seeds, and Dragon Bone. Afraid of pearls, Veratrum, cockroaches and clams. Annotations to the Classic of Materia Medica

Polygala tea

Efficacy: Calming the mind, improving intelligence, removing phlegm and relieving depression. Treats palpitations, forgetfulness, insomnia, nocturnal emission, cough with sputum, carbuncles and swellings.

Ingredients: 5g Polygala tenuifolia and 1g scented tea.

Usage: Brew with 200ml of boiling water and drink. Tea is optional.

Source: Traditional medicinal tea recipe.

Polygala wine

Efficacy: It can disperse all kinds of poisons, treat all kinds of carbuncles and ulcers on the back, cure poison, and make the symptoms worse. It is especially effective in treating breast abscess.

Preparation method: Grind the above medicines into powder, add one cup of wine, mix, and take the supernatant.

Ingredients: Polygala tenuifolia (not too much, wash with water to remove mud, beat and remove the core)

Usage: Drink alcohol and apply the residue to the carbuncle.

Source: "Sanyin Jiyi Bingzheng Fanglun" in Song Dynasty