Salvia, also known as red root, purple salvia, red ginseng, etc., is a common Chinese herbal medicine. It is the dried roots and rhizomes of Salvia miltiorrhizae, a plant of the Lamiaceae family, and is distributed all over China. Salvia miltiorrhiza has a bitter taste, slightly cold, returns to the heart and liver meridian, and has the effects of invigorating blood and regulating menstruation, dispelling stasis and relieving pain, cooling blood and eliminating carbuncles. In traditional Chinese medicine clinics, salvia is often used for menstrual irregularities, dysmenorrhea, postpartum abdominal pain, chest paralysis and heartache, upset insomnia, bruises, sores and carbuncles, swelling and pain.
1. The pharmacological effects of salvia.
Salvia miltiorrhiza has a variety of pharmacological effects, the most important of which is its effect of invigorating blood circulation and removing blood stasis. Salvia miltiorrhiza can dilate coronary arteries, increase coronary flow, improve the symptoms of myocardial ischemia and myocardial infarction, and at the same time dilate peripheral blood vessels, improve microcirculation, inhibit platelet aggregation, reduce blood viscosity, and regulate blood lipids. In addition, salvia also has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-fatigue, anti-aging and other effects.
2. Usage and dosage of salvia.
The dosage of salvia is generally 5-15 grams, depending on the condition and doctor's advice. Attention should be paid to the appropriate amount when using salvia, excessive use may cause nausea, vomiting and other adverse reactions. In addition, pregnant women, people with allergies and those with bleeding tendencies should use salvia with caution.
3. Compatibility application of salvia.
1.Dan participates in safflower: Dan participates in safflower has the effect of invigorating blood and removing blood stasis, and the compatibility of the two can enhance the effect of blood circulation and blood stasis, and is used for cardiovascular diseases such as chest paralysis, heartache, and palpitations.
2.Panax notoginseng: Panax notoginseng has the effect of dispersing blood stasis and stopping bleeding, reducing swelling and relieving pain, and can be used in combination with Danshen to enhance the effect of blood circulation and blood stasis, and is used for bruises, bruises, hematoma and pain.
3.Coptis chinensis: Coptis chinensis has the effect of clearing heat and dampness, purging fire and detoxifying, and can be used in combination with Danshen to regulate blood lipids, reduce blood pressure, and be used for hyperlipidemia, hypertension and other diseases.
Fourth, the modern application of salvia.
With the in-depth study of Chinese herbal medicine in modern medicine, the clinical application of salvia is becoming more and more extensive. In addition to the traditional use of Chinese herbal medicine, salvia can also be made into various dosage forms of medicines, such as tablets, capsules, injections, etc., for cardiovascular diseases, hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, diabetes and other diseases. In addition, salvia can also be added to health care products and cosmetics to exert its antioxidant, anti-aging and other effects.
5. Precautions for salvia.
1.Pregnant women should use salvia with caution to avoid adverse effects on the fetus.
2.People with allergies should use salvia with caution, and should stop using it in time if there is an allergic reaction.
3.Salvia miltiorrhiza should be used with caution if there is a tendency to bleed, so as not to aggravate the bleeding.
4.If you need to take salvia for a long time, you should do it under the guidance of a doctor and have regular physical check-ups.
6. Summary. To sum up, salvia is a Chinese herbal medicine with a variety of pharmacological effects, and is often used for cardiovascular diseases and various pain conditions. When using salvia, attention should be paid to the appropriate amount, and attention should be paid to the compatibility contraindications and precautions to avoid adverse reactions. If you need to take salvia for a long time or ** serious diseases, you should do it under the guidance of a doctor.