Leonurus japonicus is a kind of plant, which is familiar to girls. It usually blooms in summer and grows in hillside and grassland. It is a kind of medicine with high medicinal value. So, what are the effects and functions of Leonurus japonicus? To solve this problem, let's learn about it through the following introduction
1. Promoting blood circulation and regulating menstruation, diuresis and detumescence. It is used for irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, endless lochia, less dropsy and urine, acute nephritis and edema.
2. Leonurus japonicus, also known as Tanwei, kuncao, is a kind of herbaceous plant, bitter, pungent and slightly cold. Because it contains selenium, manganese and other trace elements, it can resist oxidation, anti-aging, anti fatigue and inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells, so it has the effect of nourishing the skin.
The function of Leonurus
1. Effect on uterus: Leonurus decoction, ethanol extract and Leonurus alkaloid have exciting effect on isolated uterus of rabbits, cats and other animals.
2. Antiplatelet aggregation and antithrombotic: in vitro experiments prove,
Leonurus japonicus and its extract can inhibit the platelet aggregation induced by ADP in normal animals. In vivo experiments also showed that Leonurus can significantly reduce the total number of platelets in the peripheral circulation and the number of platelets and their aggregation in the alveolar wall capillaries. Leonurus had significant dissolving effect on red thrombus of pulmonary circulation in rabbits. Besides,
Motherwort can also enhance the cellular immunity of the body.
3. It can improve the coronary circulation and protect the heart. Leonurus can promote the recovery of microcirculation disturbance caused by isoproterenol.
4. Effects on cardiovascular system: Leonurus japonicus on isolated guinea pig heart was used to create myocardial ischemia model with isoproterenol,
It can significantly increase coronary flow and slow heart rate. Intravenous injection of Leonurus preparation can significantly increase coronary flow, reduce coronary resistance, slow heart rate and reduce output and left ventricular work.
Through the above introduction, we now know the efficacy and function of Leonurus. What we need to pay attention to is that there are many taboos in the use of this medicine, especially when it can not be used together with adrenaline and other drugs, which will cause abnormal effects on the body. In addition, it should also be used according to the guidance of the doctor.