What is incompatible with Tianqi (Panax notoginseng)?
Jan 13, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
Tianqi refers to Sanqi. Under normal circumstances, Sanqi may interact with persimmon, mung bean, Veratrum, Houttuynia cordata, radish, and other substances. Medication should be used under the guidance of a physician. However, the interactions between the aforementioned foods and Sanqi are not absolute contraindications; rather, they refer to possible adverse reactions that may occur when consumed in large quantities together. Moderate consumption generally does not cause significant problems.
"Tianqi" refers to "Sanqi". Under normal circumstances, Sanqi is incompatible with persimmon, mung bean, Veratrum, Houttuynia cordata, radish, and other substances. Medication should be used under the guidance of a physician. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Persimmon
Persimmon contains a large amount of tannic acid. When it comes into contact with the active ingredients in Sanqi, it may form insoluble complexes, affecting the absorption and utilization of Tianqi. It may also cause gastrointestinal discomfort, such as stomach pain and indigestion.
2. Mung Bean
Mung bean has effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting diuresis and reducing edema, while Sanqi mainly promotes blood circulation and removes blood stasis. When used together, mung bean's cool nature may counteract the warming and nourishing effect of Sanqi, thus affecting the efficacy of Sanqi.
3. Veratrum
Veratrum is a toxic traditional Chinese herb. When used together with Sanqi, it may enhance the toxic reaction of Veratrum, causing damage to the liver and nervous system. The toxins in Veratrum may interact with the active ingredients in Sanqi, increasing its toxicity.
4. Houttuynia Cordata
Houttuynia cordata has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, but it has a cold nature. When used together with Sanqi, it may affect the warming and blood circulation effect of Sanqi. The medicinal properties of the two counteract each other, weakening their respective efficacies.
5. Radish
Sanqi has the effect of nourishing and activating blood circulation, while radish has a cool nature and strong digestive effect, especially the enzyme content can accelerate food decomposition. If taken with Sanqi, it may reduce its efficacy.
However, the above-mentioned incompatibility between these foods and Sanqi is not an absolute contraindication, but rather refers to possible adverse reactions when consumed in large amounts simultaneously. Moderate consumption generally does not cause significant problems.
