The efficacy and contraindications of realgar

Key reminder: Realgar is a natural mineral Chinese medicinal material with excellent effects and functions of removing toxins, eliminating insects, removing dampness and reducing phlegm. It can be used to treat various diseases such as sores, furuncles, scabies, insect and snake bites, etc. Because realgar itself has certain toxic side effects, patients should use this drug with caution in clinical medicine.

Realgar is a relatively unique Chinese medicinal material, used in a variety of Chinese medicine prescriptions, and plays a relatively important role. Realgar can treat tetanus, snake, insect and crab bites, axillary odor, asthma and many other diseases. Realgar is a relatively mysterious Chinese medicinal material. So, what category does realgar belong to? What are its effects and taboos? Let’s take a look together!

Realgar is a natural mineral, belonging to sulfate ore. Its main component is arsenic disulfide, and it also contains a small amount of poison and other heavy metals exceeding the standard. Under normal circumstances, realgar is characterized by irregular small pieces or shapes, dark red in color, and relatively delicate in texture. Sometimes, realgar can also appear as transparent columnar crystals. Generally, realgar will produce a special smell before it is burned, but the smell is generally relatively light. After realgar is burned, it will produce a strong pungent smell.

Realgar, as a relatively unique Chinese medicinal material, has the functions and effects of removing toxins, eliminating insects, removing dampness and reducing phlegm. It can be used to treat various diseases such as sores, carbuncle, scabies, insect and snake bites, etc., and usually has a good detoxification effect. Realgar can also treat abdominal pain, loss of appetite and other symptoms caused by various intestinal roundworms and sparganosis, and the therapeutic effect is quite outstanding. In addition, realgar can also eliminate dampness and wind, regulate and eliminate stagnation, and has a very good effect in treating epilepsy, tetanus, dengue fever, asthma and other diseases.

Taboos of Realgar

1. Not suitable for people with kidney yin deficiency and blood deficiency and pregnant women.

2. Do not calcine with fire. After calcination, it will dissolve in air and oxidize into arsenic trioxide, which is poisonous.

3. Realgar can be absorbed from the skin and is only applied externally. It is not suitable for large-scale application or long-term continuous use.

In clinical medicine, realgar, as a common clinical medicine, is used in a wide range of applications and has significant therapeutic effects on many diseases. However, we need to remind everyone that realgar is generally suitable for external application. If taken orally, it must be taken under the guidance of a professional doctor. Realgar has certain toxic side effects. Do not take it on your own. It can usually be taken for a long time, otherwise it will cause some adverse effects.

The above introduces to everyone some of the effects of realgar and related matters that need to be paid attention to. As a relatively common clinical medicine, realgar can effectively treat various diseases such as boils, furuncles, scabies, insect and snake bites, etc. However, this medicine cannot be used for a long time. Once symptoms of poisoning occur, treatment should be carried out under the guidance of a professional doctor.