Sichuan pepper has the effects of warming and relieving pain, killing insects and itching, promoting digestion, etc. It is mainly used for symptoms such as cold pain in the epigastric region, vomiting and diarrhea, insect accumulation and abdominal pain, eczema and itching. The main functions of Sichuan pepper include dispelling cold and dampness, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, promoting blood circulation, relieving gastrointestinal spasms, and deworming.
Chinese prickly ash is warm in nature and pungent in taste. It can regulate the spleen, stomach, and kidney meridians, warm the middle and dispel cold, and alleviate the cold and pain in the epigastric region caused by cold pathogens. The volatile oil components in Chinese prickly ash can stimulate the gastrointestinal mucosa, promote local blood circulation, and alleviate smooth muscle spasms. For symptoms such as stomach cold, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, Chinese prickly ash can be used to relieve pain by decoction or grinding into powder.
The components such as limonene and linalool contained in Chinese prickly ash have a paralyzing effect on intestinal parasites such as roundworms and pinworms. External application of Chinese prickly ash water decoction to scrub the affected area can inhibit the growth of pathogenic bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, improve symptoms such as eczema and skin itching. The combination of Chinese prickly ash, Sophora flavescens, Baibu and other ingredients can enhance the deworming effect.
Chinese pepper can stimulate saliva and gastric juice secretion, enhance digestive enzyme activity, and help break down protein and fat. Its spicy ingredients can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis and alleviate bloating caused by functional dyspepsia. Moderate consumption of Chinese pepper can enhance appetite, but patients with gastric ulcers should use it with caution.
The volatile oil of Chinese pepper has a significant inhibitory effect on common pathogenic bacteria such as Escherichia coli and Shigella. Local application of Chinese pepper preparations can alleviate inflammatory reactions such as oral ulcers and gum swelling and pain. The combination of Chinese pepper with Huanglian, Huangbai, and other herbs can enhance antibacterial effects and is used to treat bacterial enteritis.
Chinese pepper can promote surface capillary dilation, accelerate metabolism, and improve joint pain caused by wind cold dampness. Soaking feet in Chinese pepper can alleviate cold symptoms in the lower limbs, and when used together with mugwort leaves and ginger, it can enhance the effect of warming meridians and unblocking collaterals. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis can use Chinese pepper wine to apply externally to the affected area.
Post time: Aug-14-2025
