What kind of medicine is Tusanqi?
Recently, discussions about the Chinese medicinal material "Tu Sanqi" have become increasingly popular on social media and health forums. As a traditional herbal medicine, Panax notoginseng has attracted widespread attention due to its potential effects and risks. This article will combine the hot topics in the past 10 days to give you a comprehensive analysis of Tu Sanqi from the aspects of definition, efficacy, controversy and precautions for use.
1. The definition and origin of Tu Sanqi
Panax notoginseng is not a single plant, but a collective name among the people for a variety of plants that have the effect of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis. Common varieties include:
| scientific name | Family | Main distribution |
|---|---|---|
| Gynura segetum | Asteraceae | East China and South China |
| Sedum aizoon | Crassulaceae | Widely distributed nationwide |
| Anredera cordifolia | Orchidaceae | southern provinces |
It is worth noting thatTu notoginseng is completely different from the famous traditional Chinese medicine "Sanqi" (Tianqi), the latter is an Araliaceae plant with significant differences in price and medicinal value.
2. Recent hot and controversial events
According to the monitoring of online public opinion in the past 10 days, discussions related to Tu notoginseng focus on the following events:
| date | event type | heat index |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-05 | An Internet celebrity recommends Panax notoginseng slimming tea | 856,000 |
| 2023-11-08 | CCTV reports liver injury case | 1.324 million |
| 2023-11-12 | E-commerce platforms remove illegal products from shelves | 673,000 |
3. Traditional efficacy and modern research
Folks believe that Tusanqi has the following functions:
| effect | Modern research support | Potential risks |
|---|---|---|
| Dissipate blood stasis and stop bleeding | Some active ingredients have been confirmed | May cause bleeding tendency |
| Reduce swelling and relieve pain | Animal experiments show anti-inflammatory effects | Difficult to control dosage |
| Treatment of bruises | Insufficient clinical data | May cause sensitization when used externally |
The latest research (Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 2023) points out that the pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs) contained in Ju notoginseng are the main toxic components causing sinusoidal obstruction syndrome, and the incidence of liver damage can reach 23%.
4. Expert advice and usage precautions
In response to recent hot issues, authoritative organizations have given the following suggestions:
| mechanism | Suggested content | Release date |
|---|---|---|
| State Food and Drug Administration | Avoid long-term overuse | 2023-11-10 |
| China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences | Must be guided by a professional physician | 2023-11-07 |
| China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine | Absolutely prohibited for pregnant women and children | 2023-11-09 |
5. How to distinguish authentic Panax notoginseng
In view of the recent confusion in sales, consumers should pay attention to:
| feature | Genuine Panax notoginseng | Tusanqi |
|---|---|---|
| Section color | Gray green or gray brown | yellow or white |
| smell | Sweet after bitterness | Slightly bitter and astringent |
| price | 300-800 yuan/500g | 20-50 yuan/500g |
6. Summary
Tu notoginseng, as a folk herbal medicine, has recently become a hot topic due to online promotion and safety issues. Although it has certain medicinal value, the potential risks cannot be ignored. The public is advised to:
1. Don’t blindly follow online recommendations
2. Consult a regular Chinese medicine practitioner before use.
3. Discontinue use immediately if symptoms such as nausea and jaundice occur.
4. Make sure to check the official channels and product batch numbers when purchasing.
With the modernization of traditional Chinese medicine, the understanding of traditional herbal medicine is also constantly updated. Only by treating folk medicines such as Tusanqi rationally can we ensure the safety of medication while inheriting the culture of traditional Chinese medicine.
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