The Efficacy and Function of Astragalus Membranaceus Granules

Mar 13, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My mother-in-law wants to take Astragalus Root Granules (Huang Qi Ke Li) to replenish qi and nourish blood, but we are unsure whether this medication actually has such effects. Could you please tell us what are the functions and indications of Astragalus Root Granules?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

Astragalus granules have functions and effects such as replenishing qi and blood, reinforcing the exterior to stop perspiration, promoting diuresis and reducing edema, supporting the body's defenses to remove toxins and pus, and enhancing immunity.

1. Replenishing Qi and Blood: Astragalus granules can enhance the body's vital energy (zheng qi), alleviating symptoms such as fatigue, tiredness, shortness of breath, and reluctance to speak caused by qi deficiency. Additionally, they can promote the production of qi and blood, improving symptoms such as pallor and limb weakness caused by insufficient qi and blood.

2. Reinforcing the Exterior to Stop Perspiration: Astragalus granules have the effect of reinforcing the body's defensive barrier (the exterior), preventing the loss of body fluids, thereby exerting a sweat-stopping effect.

3. Promoting Diuresis and Reducing Edema: The astragalus component in astragalus granules has a diuretic effect, promoting the excretion of excess fluid from the body and relieving symptoms such as edema.

4. Supporting the Body's Defenses to Remove Toxins and Pus: Astragalus granules have the function of supporting the body's defenses to expel toxins and pus, promoting the elimination of toxins from the body and accelerating wound healing.

5. Enhancing Immunity: The astragalus component in astragalus granules has immune-regulating properties, enhancing the body's immune function and improving disease resistance.

Nevertheless, attention should still be paid to the drug's indications and contraindications during use. Patients should use the medication rationally under a doctor's guidance to avoid unnecessary adverse reactions.