What is the toxicity of Evodia?
Evodia is a common traditional Chinese medicinal material that is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine treatment, but its toxicity has also attracted much attention. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide a detailed analysis of the toxicity of Evodia Fructus and its potential risks.
1. Basic information about Evodia
Evodia is the dry, nearly mature fruit of the Rutaceae plant Evodia. It has the effects of warming the body, dispersing cold, soothing the liver and relieving pain. However, its toxic components cannot be ignored.
| Ingredient name | Toxicity manifestations | safe dose |
|---|---|---|
| Evodiamine | Central nervous system excitement, vomiting | 3-6g/day |
| volatile oil | Skin irritation, mucous membrane damage | Not suitable for excessive external use |
2. Toxic manifestations of Evodia Fructus
According to recent hot discussions on the Internet, the toxicity of Evodia Evodia is mainly manifested in the following aspects:
1.gastrointestinal reactions: Overdose may cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and other symptoms.
2.nervous system effects: Some patients may experience central nervous system symptoms such as dizziness and headache.
3.skin allergies: External use may cause allergic reactions such as skin redness, swelling, and itching.
| Toxicity type | incidence | high risk groups |
|---|---|---|
| gastrointestinal reactions | about 15% | Digestive system disease patients |
| neurological symptoms | about 8% | Neurological disease patients |
| skin allergies | about 5% | People with allergies |
3. Typical cases of Evodia poisoning
Several cases of Evodia poisoning that have been hotly discussed on the Internet recently:
1. A patient self-administered an overdose of Evodia Fructus decoction, resulting in severe vomiting and dehydration.
2. A traditional Chinese medicine enthusiast developed large-area skin allergies after external use of Evodia Evodia powder.
3. Elderly patients develop abnormal liver function after long-term use of traditional Chinese medicine containing Evodia Fructus.
4. Suggestions for safe use
1.Strictly follow medical advice: Should be used under the guidance of professional Chinese medicine practitioners.
2.Control dose: Do not take more than 6 grams/day for internal use and be cautious for external use.
3.Pay attention to compatibility: Avoid simultaneous use with certain medications.
| Usage | maximum safe dose | Taboo groups |
|---|---|---|
| Take internally | 3-6g/day | Pregnant women and patients with liver disease |
| External use | It depends on the situation | People with sensitive skin |
5. Expert opinions
Many traditional Chinese medicine experts emphasized in recent interviews:
1. The toxicity of Evodia Fructus is closely related to its processing method. Correct processing can reduce the toxicity.
2. Modern research is developing new methods to reduce toxicity and increase efficacy.
3. Ordinary people should not use Evodia by themselves to avoid danger.
6. Summary
As a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine, Evodia Fructus has both significant curative effect and certain toxicity. Through rational use and strict dosage control, its therapeutic effect can be maximized and adverse reactions can be avoided. It is recommended that patients use it under the guidance of a professional physician and never self-medicate.
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