The Efficacy and Functions of Sargentodoxa cuneata

Sargentodoxa cuneata (Dà Xuè Téng) has a bitter taste and a neutral nature, and is associated with the Large Intestine and Liver meridians. It clears heat and detoxifies the body, and can be used to treat conditions such as abdominal pain due to intestinal abscesses and sores caused by heat toxicity. It promotes blood circulation, improves blood flow, and resolves blood stasis, making it effective for gynecological disorders such as menstrual irregularities, amenorrhea, and dysmenorrhea. It also helps alleviate swelling and pain in limbs and joints resulting from traumatic injuries. With its ability to dispel wind and relieve pain, it is effective in treating rheumatic pain, arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Additionally, it has anthelmintic properties and can be used to treat parasitic infections such as ascariasis and filariasis.