Symptoms of poisoning caused by raw Radix Polygoni Multiflori

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Polygonum multiflorum Thunb is a kind of common precious fine Chinese herbal medicine, which is also known as Polygonum multiflorum, Caulis Polygoni multiflorum, Caulis kaempferi, etc. Polygonum multiflorum is most well known for its black hair and tonifying the liver and kidney. In ancient books, it is also recorded that it combs the hair and makes the hair dark and thick. The symptoms of poisoning caused by eating raw Polygonum multiflorum are described below.

Symptoms of poisoning caused by raw Radix Polygoni Multiflori

Raw Polygonum multiflorum Thunb is used to dry or dry without any processing. It has the functions of moistening intestines, defecating, detoxifying and dispersing knots. It is mainly used for the treatment of constipation, pruritus and other diseases; It is precisely because of its detoxification and other functions that people who are physically deficient may have nausea and weakness if they take it. In addition, raw Polygonum multiflorum contains chrysophanol, an anthraquinone derivative, which has certain toxic effect on the body. Improper use is easy to damage the liver.

And cooked Polygonum multiflorum, also known as processed Polygonum multiflorum, refers to the processed products. It is a good medicine for tonifying liver and kidney, benefiting essence and blood, nourishing heart and calming mind. It is mainly used for treating fatty liver, three high, obesity, insomnia, hair loss, less white head, etc. The general hospital pharmacy mostly sells "zhishouwu". Some experiments show that Polygonum multiflorum is still harmful to the liver if it is used in large quantities.

It can be seen that raw and cooked Polygonum multiflorum have different degrees of toxicity, so taking Polygonum multiflorum should be combined with their own physical condition and disease, strictly distinguish Polygonum multiflorum, and do not take a lot. Most need to pay attention to or avoid overdose, long-term continuous use, to achieve the effect should stop, after all, is the drug three poison ah.

matters needing attention

In fact, not only Polygonum multiflorum, but also many other Chinese herbal medicines may have different effects. We need to pay special attention to its usage. It's best to use it after consulting a doctor. Don't blindly prescribe it yourself.