Under normal circumstances, when the wound condition is good or slightly inflamed after tooth extraction, Cucurbita Powder (Xigua Shuang) can be used. However, it is not recommended when the wound is severely infected or inflamed.
If there is no infection or inflammation in the extraction wound, such as no obvious redness, swelling, pain, or pus discharge, an appropriate amount of Cucurbita Powder may be applied. Its effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing swelling, and relieving pain can help alleviate post-extraction discomfort. However, care should be taken to avoid directly spraying onto the extraction wound to prevent irritation or infection. Cucurbita Powder can only relieve symptoms of mild inflammation but cannot completely cure an infection. If symptoms persist or worsen, prompt medical attention is necessary. Maintaining good oral hygiene and regularly cleaning the wound are essential during use.
If signs of significant infection or inflammation appear, such as increased redness, swelling, pain, or pus discharge, antibiotics such as amoxicillin capsules or cephalexin capsules should be used under medical guidance. In such cases, Cucurbita Powder should not be applied. If the patient is allergic to Cucurbita Powder, adverse reactions such as rashes or itching may occur, and its use should be avoided.
Therefore, for patients who have just undergone tooth extraction, unless specifically instructed by a physician, immediate use of Cucurbita Powder is not recommended. The correct approach is to follow post-operative instructions, maintain oral hygiene, avoid eating hard, hot, or cold foods, and monitor the healing progress. If abnormal symptoms such as persistent pain, worsening swelling, or fever occur, timely medical consultation is necessary. Once the wound has largely healed and there are no significant discomforts, if mild pain or discomfort remains, consult your physician to determine whether Cucurbita Powder or other medications may be used to assist in symptom relief.