In China, there has been a Xi of drinking medicinal wine since ancient times, and people believe that medicinal wine can strengthen the body, ** various diseases. However, the misuse of traditional Chinese medicine has turned the originally healthy medicinal wine into poisonous wine.
For this reason, it is necessary to remind everyone again and again that there are 5 kinds of Chinese medicine that should never be used as a tonic, as they may cause serious damage to our liver and kidneys.
After the 70s of the 20th century, China made a scientific definition of medicinal wine and health wine, which refers to the prevention and diagnosis of diseases.
It has indications, functional indications, and dosage of traditional Chinese medicine liquor. The listing of medicinal liquor needs to be reviewed by the State Food and Drug Administration, and a series of clinical observations such as pharmacology, pathology, and toxicology have been obtained, and the national drug quasi-brand logo has been obtained.
Health wine is a kind of health care products, which mainly regulates body functions and has no effect on diseases. The essence of this kind of medicinal wine is still wine, and it is necessary to pay attention to the batch number of health food before purchasing.
1.Chronic poisoning
It refers to the long-term use of certain Chinese medicines or the presence of certain harmful substances in Chinese medicines, which accumulates toxic substances in the body, resulting in chronic poisoning. Long-term use of traditional Chinese medicine with high heavy metal content may lead to chronic toxic reactions.
2.Digestive system***
Many TCM ingredients can affect the digestive system, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea and other uncomfortable symptoms. In addition, long-term use of traditional Chinese medicine may also lead to serious liver damage and gastrointestinal bleeding, etc.
3.Affects the cardiovascular system
Some Chinese herbs may have an effect on the cardiovascular system, causing symptoms such as increased or decreased blood pressure, irregular heart rate, and more. For example, ingredients such as cinnamon and coptis in black chicken and white phoenix pills may affect heart rate.
4.Endocrine disorders
Chinese herbal medicines such as Shou Wu, Angelica, and Goji berries all have the effect of regulating human endocrine. However, if used for a long time, in large quantities or inappropriately, it may lead to endocrine disorders, such as irregular menstruation, breast hyperplasia, etc.
1.He Shou Wu
Polygonum multiflorum is a common Chinese herbal medicine, known for its tonic liver and kidneys, and its ability to nourish sperm and blood.
When it is used inappropriately in medicinal liquor, it may cause adverse reactions in the liver and kidney. A study has shown that Polygonum multiflorum contains anthraquinones, which can cause liver toxicity under certain conditions.
Long-term or large consumption of medicinal liquors containing Polygonum multiflori, especially without the guidance of a medical professional, may increase the risk of liver disease.
2.Grass black
Caowu has the effects of dispelling rheumatism, warming menstruation and relieving pain, and is often used for rheumatoid arthritis, dysmenorrhea and other diseases. However, it contains an alkaloid component called aconitine, which is very toxic.
If taken in excess or improperly, it may lead to poisoning and cause damage to organs such as the liver and kidneys. Therefore, Cao Wu should be used strictly according to the doctor's instructions and should not be taken at will.
The manifestations of grass poisoning mainly include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, etc. In severe cases, it can lead to liver and kidney failure, and even life-threatening. Therefore, when you use Caowu, you must strictly follow the doctor's instructions and do not increase the dose without authorization.
3.Realgar
Realgar, also known as alum yellow, is a traditional Chinese medicine used to remove stasis, usually used for trauma, such as fractures, abrasions, etc. However, realgar contains harmful substances such as mercury. If used in excess, it may cause damage to the liver and kidneys. In addition, realgar is also highly irritating and may cause gastrointestinal discomfort and toxic reactions. Therefore, realgar is not suitable for use in the preparation of medicinal liquors.
4.Chuanxiong
Chuanxiong is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine that has the effects of invigorating blood and qi, dispelling wind and relieving pain. However, when making medicinal liquor, the use of too much Chuanxiong or the soaking time is too long can lead to drug poisoning.
Chuanxiong contains ingredients such as ligustrazine, which have certain toxicity, and excessive use will cause damage to organs such as the liver and kidney. Therefore, when making medicinal liquor, the amount of Chuanxiong used and the soaking time should be controlled to ensure that it is safe and effective.
5.Tu Sanqi
The liver and kidneys are important organs of the human body, and good Xi should be cultivated if you want to enhance the function of the organs.
Of course, be cautious in the use of medicine, among which Tu Panax notoginseng should not be used indiscriminately. Many people confuse Panax notoginseng with Panax notoginseng and think that the two are the same.
But in essence, the efficacy of the drug is very different, Tu Panax notoginseng can help relieve pain, promote blood circulation and eliminate blood stasis, but some of the ingredients contained in it will bring harm to the liver.
Alkaloids, in particular, can be damaged if they are obtained too much over a long period of time. Therefore, when using this type of traditional Chinese medicine, it is necessary to go through the guidance of a doctor to clarify the indications, and at the same time distinguish it from ordinary Panax notoginseng.
1.Take in moderation
To take medicinal wine, according to the person's tolerance, generally 10-30 ml can be drunk each time. Drink once a day, morning and evening. or depending on the condition and the nature and concentration of the drug used.
In short, it should not be drunk too much, according to the requirements. People who are usually Xi to drinking alcohol can take a slightly higher amount of medicinal alcohol than the average person, but they must be measured and not excessive.
People who are not Xi to drinking alcohol should start with a small dose and gradually transition to the amount they need to take, or they can be diluted with cold boiled water.
2.Compatibility contraindications
Medicinal liquor is made of wine and various Chinese herbal medicines, and alcohol should not be taken at the same time as cephalosporins, so as to avoid disulfiram-like reactions, nausea, chest tightness, dyspnea and other symptoms, and even serious may be life-threatening. In addition, if the patient is taking statins, it is also important to note that the two should be taken half an hour apart.
3.People who should not drink alcohol
All medicinal or drinking wine is not suitable for anyone, and if it is not applicable, it must be forbidden. For example, pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should not drink medicinal wine, nor should they drink alcohol. The elderly and infirm, due to the relatively slow metabolic function, should also reduce the amount of medicinal liquor, and should not drink more.
4.Do not drink while taking the medicine
Some people who suffer from certain diseases and need to take Western medicine for a long time must not blindly drink medicinal wine. Because some ingredients in medicinal wine may "fight" with the ingredients in Western medicine, it will not only lead to a decrease in the efficacy of Western medicine, but also may cause some adverse reactions.
After reading so much, medicinal wine may not be as magical as imagined, just like medicine, it needs to be drunk against the evidence. If you don't drink it casually regardless of the population, the consequences are really immeasurable, don't let it backfire, cure the disease and harm yourself!