Can Xuesaitong vine be steeped in water and consumed long-term?
Nov 13, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Ziyi
Introduction
In general, if a patient has gastrointestinal diseases, they should not use Xue Saitong vine to steep in water for long-term consumption. However, if a patient suffers from obstruction of heart meridians due to blood stasis, they may use Xue Saitong vine steeped in water for prolonged periods under medical guidance. Xue Saitong vine is typically the dried stem of Sargentodoxa cuneata, a plant belonging to the family Lardizabalaceae, and can be used to treat conditions such as abdominal pain, heat-toxin-induced sores and ulcers, amenorrhea, and dysmenorrhea.
Generally, if a patient has gastrointestinal diseases, they should not use Xuesaitongteng to brew water for long-term consumption; however, if a patient suffers from conditions such as blood stasis obstructing the heart meridian, they may, under medical guidance, use Xuesaitongteng to brew water for long-term consumption. The detailed explanation is as follows:
1. Not recommended
Xuesaitongteng is usually the dried stem of Sargentodoxa cuneata, a plant belonging to the Lardizabalaceae family, and is commonly used to treat abdominal pain, heat-toxin-induced sores, amenorrhea, and dysmenorrhea. Due to its pharmacological effects, patients with gastrointestinal disorders should avoid long-term consumption of Xuesaitongteng-infused water, as prolonged use may irritate the gastrointestinal tract and worsen symptoms, potentially leading to diarrhea, abdominal pain, and other adverse effects that harm health. Therefore, patients should strictly follow medical advice and prescribed treatment courses when using Xuesaitongteng, avoiding unapproved extensions in duration or dosage increases to prevent unnecessary bodily harm.
2. Recommended (under medical supervision)
Individual health conditions vary. For patients diagnosed with blood stasis in the heart channels, chest obstruction with chest pain, hemiplegia, or similar conditions, long-term consumption of Xuesaitongteng-infused water may be appropriate. This is because Xuesaitongteng has properties that promote blood circulation, remove blood stasis, unblock meridians, and relieve pain, which can be beneficial in managing these conditions. However, it is crucial to strictly adhere to medical instructions regarding dosage and duration when using Xuesaitongteng over an extended period.
Patients are advised to seek prompt medical attention if they experience any discomfort after consuming Xuesaitongteng tea, and to receive standardized treatment under professional medical guidance, which supports better recovery.
