Efficacy and Effects of Fructus Aurantii Immaturus
Disease description:
I’ve recently experienced stomach distension and pain. Whenever the pain occurs, I feel generally unwell and want to lie down. I heard that bitter orange (Fructus Aurantii) may help relieve these symptoms. I’d like to ask my doctor: What are the pharmacological effects and clinical applications of Fructus Aurantii?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lu Chaohui
Hello, Citri Fructus (Immature Bitter Orange) can help alleviate your abdominal distension and pain. Its primary pharmacological effects include the following:
1. Prevention of cardiovascular diseases: Citri Fructus exerts positive inotropic effects, increases cardiac output, induces vasoconstriction, improves myocardial metabolism, and enhances coronary blood flow.
2. Promotion of digestion: It is commonly used to treat abdominal distension and pain caused by gastrointestinal food retention.
3. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects: Hesperidin and citrin found in Citri Fructus possess anti-inflammatory properties.
We hope the above information is helpful to you. Wishing you a happy and healthy life!
