What conditions can raw gypsum and black processed aconite root treat?
Apr 21, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
The conditions generally treatable with raw gypsum and black prepared aconite root include high fever with irritability and thirst, rheumatic pain, headache due to heatstroke, cold-dampness lumbago, yang deficiency with cold intolerance, etc. If in doubt, it is recommended to seek medical advice in advance. In daily life, when choosing to use raw gypsum and black prepared aconite root, one should follow professional medical guidance based on individual constitution and condition, to avoid adverse reactions caused by self-administration.
Conditions that can generally be treated with raw gypsum and black prepared aconite root include high fever with irritability and thirst, rheumatic pain, heatstroke headache, cold-dampness lumbago, and yang deficiency with cold intolerance. If in doubt, it is recommended to consult a medical professional in advance. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. High Fever with Irritability and Thirst: Raw gypsum is cold in nature and has the function of clearing heat and purging fire, effectively relieving symptoms such as thirst and irritability caused by high fever. It is commonly used to treat exogenous febrile diseases or excessive internal heat.
2. Rheumatic Pain: Black prepared aconite root warms yang and disperses cold, effectively eliminating cold and dampness and alleviating joint pain and muscle soreness caused by invasion of wind-cold-damp pathogenic factors. It is an essential herb for treating rheumatic pain and stiffness.
3. Heatstroke Headache: Raw gypsum clears heat and relieves summerheat, helping to alleviate headache, dizziness, and general discomfort caused by excessive heat, making it suitable for use during summer heatstroke.
4. Cold-Dampness Lumbago: Black prepared aconite root warms and tonifies kidney yang, disperses cold, and relieves pain, improving cold lumbar pain and restricted movement caused by cold-dampness obstruction. It is suitable for patients with cold-dampness type lumbago.
5. Yang Deficiency with Cold Intolerance: Black prepared aconite root's function of warming and tonifying kidney yang can relieve symptoms such as cold hands and feet and cold intolerance caused by yang deficiency, helping to restore the body's yang balance.
When choosing to use raw gypsum and black prepared aconite root in daily life, it is important to proceed under the guidance of a qualified physician based on individual constitution and condition to avoid adverse reactions caused by self-medication.
