Panax notoginseng powder, a highly respected herb in the field of traditional Chinese medicine, has gradually entered the public's field of vision in recent years because of its unique pharmacological effects and health effects. However, there are different opinions about the effect of notoginseng powder on the liver. Some people believe that Panax notoginseng powder can protect the liver and promote liver cell regeneration;
There are also concerns that it may increase the burden on the liver and have adverse effects on liver health. So, is Panax notoginseng powder good or bad for the liver? Doctors warn that the following five groups of people need to be especially cautious and even avoid them.
First of all, we need to understand the basic efficacy of Panax notoginseng powder. Panax notoginseng powder is a powder extracted from the rhizomes of Panax notoginseng plants, which has the effect of invigorating blood and removing blood stasis, stopping bleeding and fixing pain. In the clinical practice of traditional Chinese medicine, Panax notoginseng powder is often used for bruises, bruises, blood stasis, swelling and pain. At the same time, modern research has also shown that Panax notoginseng powder contains a variety of active ingredients, such as notoginseng saponins, flavonoids, etc., which have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune regulation effects, and have a certain protective effect on the liver.
However, despite its many benefits, notoginseng powder is not suitable for everyone. For people whose liver function is already impaired, notoginseng powder may not be an ideal choice.
This is because the liver is the main organ for drug metabolism, and when liver function is impaired, its metabolic capacity decreases, which may lead to the accumulation of drugs in the body and increase the burden on the liver. In addition, some of the ingredients in Panax notoginseng powder may produce metabolites that are harmful to the liver during the metabolic process, further aggravating liver damage.
So, which groups of people need to pay special attention to, or even avoid taking Panax notoginseng powder?
The first group is people with liver disease. For people with liver diseases such as hepatitis and cirrhosis, the liver function has been impaired and it is not possible to effectively metabolize and excrete drugs. At this time, taking Panax notoginseng powder may increase the burden on the liver and is not conducive to the control of the disease.
The second group of people is people with allergies. Panax notoginseng powder contains a variety of active ingredients, which may trigger allergic reactions for people with allergies, such as itching, difficulty breathing, etc. Therefore, people with allergies should undergo an allergy test before taking Panax notoginseng powder to ensure safety.
The third group is pregnant and lactating women. Pregnant and lactating women are in a special state of mind that requires special attention to the effects of drugs on the fetus or baby. The pharmacological effects of Panax notoginseng powder have not been fully studied in pregnant and lactating women, so both groups of people should avoid taking it for safety reasons.
The fourth group is hypotensive patients. Panax notoginseng powder has the effect of invigorating blood circulation and removing blood stasis, which may cause blood pressure to drop. For patients with low blood pressure, taking Panax notoginseng powder may aggravate the condition, causing symptoms such as dizziness and fatigue.
The last group of people is patients who are taking other medications. Panax notoginseng powder may interact with certain medications and affect the efficacy of the drug. Therefore, patients who are taking other drugs should consult their doctor before taking Panax notoginseng powder to avoid drug-drug interactions.
To sum up, the effect of Panax notoginseng powder on the liver is not a generalization, but needs to be analyzed according to individual circumstances. For most healthy people, taking Panax notoginseng powder in moderation may have some protective effect on the liver. However, for the above five groups of people, notoginseng powder may not be a suitable choice, and may even bring potential risks.
Therefore, it is recommended to consult a professional doctor or pharmacist before taking Panax notoginseng powder to ensure that the medication is safe and effective. At the same time, we should also maintain a healthy lifestyle, pay attention to a balanced diet and moderate exercise to maintain liver health.