What are the conditions in which the Chinese medicine Paris polyphylla is suitable for?

The traditional Chinese medicine Paris polyphylla contains a variety of amino acids, bioalkalis, ecdysone, carotene, etc., so Paris polyphylla can play an antibacterial and bactericidal role. Therefore, the scope of application of this medicinal material is very wide, and Paris polyphylla can be used to improve almost any conceivable inflammation. However, Paris polyphylla is not eaten directly. It is usually dried and then boiled in water for consumption. Below, we will provide a detailed explanation of some of the inflammations for which Paris polyphylla is more suitable.

1. Carbuncles, furuncles, sore throat, snake bites. Paris polyphylla is bitter in nature and can relieve diarrhea, and its coldness can clear away heat, so it has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, reducing swelling and relieving pain. It is a commonly used medicine for treating carbuncles, furuncles, and snake bites. It can be used to treat carbuncles, boils and furuncles. It can be ground into powder and applied externally with vinegar. It can also be used together with Coptis chinensis, Red Peony Root, Honeysuckle, etc. to treat sore throat, mumps, and throat paralysis. It is often used together with Burdock Seed, Forsythia suspensa, Isatis Root, etc. to treat scrofula and sputum nodules. It can be used together with Prunella vulgaris, Oyster, Large Fritillaria, etc.; This product can be ground into powder and taken orally, and its fresh root can be mashed and applied externally to the affected area to treat snake bites, redness, swelling and pain. It is also often used in combination with Lobelia.

2. Convulsions. Paris polyphylla is bitter and cold and enters the liver, and has the effects of cooling the liver, purging fire, calming wind and calming the nerves. This product can be ground into powder and taken orally, or combined with Uncaria rhynchophylla, chrysanthemum, cicada shell, etc., it is effective in treating wind-induced extreme heat in children, convulsions in the hands and feet, etc.

3. Traumatic injuries. Paris polyphylla enters the blood part of the liver meridian, can reduce swelling and relieve pain, resolve blood stasis and stop bleeding. It can be used alone in the form of powder for oral administration to treat traumatic bleeding, bruises, blood stasis and swelling. It can also be used together with Panax notoginseng, Sanguisorba officinalis, and natural copper.

Although Paris polyphylla has a great effect, it is a Chinese herbal medicine after all and is not suitable for children. All medications have side effects, and they are more severe for children. However, for adults, it is possible to occasionally drink boiled water of Paris polyphylla to help with health care and prevent malignant diseases such as cancer and tumors.