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*Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of atractylodes during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use. | *Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of atractylodes during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use. | ||
*Allergy to ragweed and related plants: Atractylodes may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking atractylodes. | *Allergy to ragweed and related plants: Atractylodes may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking atractylodes. | ||
+ | * Contraindicated in those with Yin Deficiency with Heat signs. | ||
+ | *Contraindicated in those with extreme thirst due to injured fluids. | ||
+ | * Contraindicated in those with Qi Stagnation with feelings of distention and oppression. | ||
+ | * This herb may enhance the inhibitory effect of omeprazole. | ||
+ | * Use with caution for patients who take anticoagulants such as heparin, warfarin (Coumadin), and enoxaprin (Lovenox) or antiplatelet medications such as aspirin, dipyridamole (Persantine), and clopidogrel (Plavix). | ||
+ | * Concurrent use with diuretics such as chlorothiazide, hydrochlorothiazide, furmoside (Lasix), bumetinide (Bumex) and torsemide (Demadex) may lead to increased elimination of water and/or electrolytes. | ||
+ | |||
==The benefits of Atractylodes are== | ==The benefits of Atractylodes are== | ||
*Loss of appetite. Developing research shows that taking a purified atractylodes ingredient called atractylenolide seems to improve appetite in people who have lost weight due to stomach cancer. | *Loss of appetite. Developing research shows that taking a purified atractylodes ingredient called atractylenolide seems to improve appetite in people who have lost weight due to stomach cancer. | ||
* Used with other herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for treating lung cancer (ninjin-yoei-to) and complications of dialysis, a mechanical method for “cleaning the blood” when the kidneys have failed (shenling baizhu san). | * Used with other herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for treating lung cancer (ninjin-yoei-to) and complications of dialysis, a mechanical method for “cleaning the blood” when the kidneys have failed (shenling baizhu san). | ||
− | *Joint pain (rheumatism) | + | * Used in [[Fu Zheng Therapy]] |
− | *Indigestion. | + | *Joint pain (rheumatism) |
− | * | + | *Stomachache |
− | * | + | *Bloating |
− | * | + | *Edema |
− | * | + | *Diarrhea |
+ | *Indigestion | ||
+ | * very good tonic to boost the energy levels and immunity level | ||
+ | * as diuretic drink flushes out all toxic mater from the body. | ||
+ | * very good herb for diabetic patients as, it controls the sugar level in the blood stream. | ||
+ | * Due to its purgative properties it easily eliminates the bacterial growth in the body. | ||
+ | * It is well known as carminative agent, which is very good on digestive system. | ||
+ | * Individuals who are underweight can consume this herb as, it increases the appetite thus, gains weight. | ||
+ | * Pregnant women are anemic can consume this herb to gain extra stamina and energy. | ||
+ | * It is also believed that it cures night blindness. | ||
+ | * You have to take good care of your fetus. It seldom gets infected thus, consuming this herb will calm down your fetus. | ||
+ | * It soothes disturbed digestion and kills the bacteria or fungus that cripples the stomach. | ||
+ | * A stress buster tonic, it relaxes stomach and spleen. | ||
+ | * The intake of this herb in a mixture strengthens the lower limbs. | ||
+ | * Mix Atractylodes with cinnamon powder and Wolfiporia cocos to get quick relief from lung problems. | ||
+ | * This decoction can also be utilized to overcome anemia problems or dyspepsia. | ||
+ | * It also bring down nauseate levels. | ||
+ | * If the root is powdered and mixed with some other aromas, it is good remedy on jaundice. | ||
+ | * Combine with citrus to overcome dyspepsia and anorexia. | ||
+ | * It is utilized as sedative in pregnancy cases. | ||
+ | * The consumption of Atractylodes brings down the level of glucose in blood stream, thus encourages the absorption of glucose. | ||
+ | * It actually develops the body stamina. | ||
+ | * Tonifies the Spleen and augments Qi | ||
+ | **Spleen and Stomach Deficiency with diarrhea, fatigue, a sallow complexion and lack of appetite | ||
+ | **Spleen Yang failure to rise | ||
+ | *Dries Dampness and promotes water metabolism | ||
+ | **Spleen Damp or accumulation of fluids affecting the digestion | ||
+ | **Edema and reduced urination due to Spleen Deficiency (failure to transform and transport) | ||
+ | **Tan Yin, masses, swelling | ||
+ | **Auxiliary for Damp painful obstruction | ||
+ | *Stabilizes the Exterior and stops sweating | ||
+ | **Qi Deficiency with spontaneous sweating (Wei Qi Deficiency) | ||
+ | **With appropriate herbs, other types of sweating | ||
+ | *Calms the fetus | ||
+ | **Restless fetus disorder due to Spleen Qi Deficiency | ||
+ | **With appropriate herbs, other types of Restless Fetus Disorder | ||
+ | |||
==Used in Patent medecines== | ==Used in Patent medecines== | ||
* [[Gui Pi Tang]] | * [[Gui Pi Tang]] | ||
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* [[Xiao Yao Wan]] | * [[Xiao Yao Wan]] | ||
* [[Yu Ping Feng San]] | * [[Yu Ping Feng San]] | ||
+ | * [[Zi Yin Jiang Huo Tang]] | ||
+ | * [[Zi Sheng Wan]] | ||
+ | * [[Wu Ji San]] | ||
+ | * [[Ren Shen Yang Rong Tang]] | ||
[[Category:Treatments]] | [[Category:Treatments]] | ||
[[Category:herbal medicine]] | [[Category:herbal medicine]] | ||
+ | [[Category:Purgative]] |
Latest revision as of 08:51, 3 January 2020
Other Names:AMK, ATR, Atractylenolide, Atractylénolide, Atractylis lancea, Atractylis ovata, Atractylode Blanc, Atractylode Gris, Atractylodes chinensis, Atractylodes japonica, Atractylodes lancea, Atractylodes macrocephala, Atractylodes ovata, Atractylodis Radix, Bai Zhu, Bai-Zhu Atractylodes, Byaki-Jutsu, Cang Zhu, Cangzhu, Chang Zhe, Jutsu, Paekch'ul, Red Atractylodes, Rhizoma Atractylodis, Rhizoma Atractylodis Macroce, Rhizoma Atractylodis Macrocephalae, Rhizome d’Atractylode, So-Jutsu, White Atractylodes, White Atractylodis.
Atractylodes is a plant. People use the root to make medicine.
Special Precautions of Atractylodes
- Atractylenolide, a chemical found in atractylodes, seems to be safe when taken in appropriate amounts (1.32 grams daily) for a short period of time (up to seven weeks). It can cause nausea, dry mouth, and leave a bad taste in the mouth.
- Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of atractylodes during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
- Allergy to ragweed and related plants: Atractylodes may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking atractylodes.
- Contraindicated in those with Yin Deficiency with Heat signs.
- Contraindicated in those with extreme thirst due to injured fluids.
- Contraindicated in those with Qi Stagnation with feelings of distention and oppression.
- This herb may enhance the inhibitory effect of omeprazole.
- Use with caution for patients who take anticoagulants such as heparin, warfarin (Coumadin), and enoxaprin (Lovenox) or antiplatelet medications such as aspirin, dipyridamole (Persantine), and clopidogrel (Plavix).
- Concurrent use with diuretics such as chlorothiazide, hydrochlorothiazide, furmoside (Lasix), bumetinide (Bumex) and torsemide (Demadex) may lead to increased elimination of water and/or electrolytes.
The benefits of Atractylodes are
- Loss of appetite. Developing research shows that taking a purified atractylodes ingredient called atractylenolide seems to improve appetite in people who have lost weight due to stomach cancer.
- Used with other herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for treating lung cancer (ninjin-yoei-to) and complications of dialysis, a mechanical method for “cleaning the blood” when the kidneys have failed (shenling baizhu san).
- Used in Fu Zheng Therapy
- Joint pain (rheumatism)
- Stomachache
- Bloating
- Edema
- Diarrhea
- Indigestion
- very good tonic to boost the energy levels and immunity level
- as diuretic drink flushes out all toxic mater from the body.
- very good herb for diabetic patients as, it controls the sugar level in the blood stream.
- Due to its purgative properties it easily eliminates the bacterial growth in the body.
- It is well known as carminative agent, which is very good on digestive system.
- Individuals who are underweight can consume this herb as, it increases the appetite thus, gains weight.
- Pregnant women are anemic can consume this herb to gain extra stamina and energy.
- It is also believed that it cures night blindness.
- You have to take good care of your fetus. It seldom gets infected thus, consuming this herb will calm down your fetus.
- It soothes disturbed digestion and kills the bacteria or fungus that cripples the stomach.
- A stress buster tonic, it relaxes stomach and spleen.
- The intake of this herb in a mixture strengthens the lower limbs.
- Mix Atractylodes with cinnamon powder and Wolfiporia cocos to get quick relief from lung problems.
- This decoction can also be utilized to overcome anemia problems or dyspepsia.
- It also bring down nauseate levels.
- If the root is powdered and mixed with some other aromas, it is good remedy on jaundice.
- Combine with citrus to overcome dyspepsia and anorexia.
- It is utilized as sedative in pregnancy cases.
- The consumption of Atractylodes brings down the level of glucose in blood stream, thus encourages the absorption of glucose.
- It actually develops the body stamina.
- Tonifies the Spleen and augments Qi
- Spleen and Stomach Deficiency with diarrhea, fatigue, a sallow complexion and lack of appetite
- Spleen Yang failure to rise
- Dries Dampness and promotes water metabolism
- Spleen Damp or accumulation of fluids affecting the digestion
- Edema and reduced urination due to Spleen Deficiency (failure to transform and transport)
- Tan Yin, masses, swelling
- Auxiliary for Damp painful obstruction
- Stabilizes the Exterior and stops sweating
- Qi Deficiency with spontaneous sweating (Wei Qi Deficiency)
- With appropriate herbs, other types of sweating
- Calms the fetus
- Restless fetus disorder due to Spleen Qi Deficiency
- With appropriate herbs, other types of Restless Fetus Disorder