Overview of the efficacy and functions of forged amethyst

Forged amethyst is a traditional Chinese medicinal material that mainly contains calcium fluoride (CaF₂). After being forged, it has milder medicinal properties. It is mostly used clinically to calm the nerves, warm the lungs, and reduce indigestion.Its core functions includeCalming the nerves, warming the lungs and relieving asthma, warming the palace and dispersing cold, suitable for palpitations, insomnia, cough due to cold and asthma, and female infertility due to cold uterus.The secondary functions are to promote blood circulation and relieve muscle spasms.Modern research has also found that it contains trace elements that may help regulate the nervous system.The pharmacology, application and precautions will be described in detail below.

Calm down, calm nerves and regulate nervous system

Forged amethystSoothing effectIt is clearly recorded in the classics of traditional Chinese medicine. "Compendium of Materia Medica" states that it "maintains restlessness" and is especially suitable for palpitations and insomnia caused by heart and kidney disharmony.Modern research shows that its calcium ions can regulate neurotransmitters and inhibit central overexcitation.Clinically, it is often combined with keel and oyster to enhance the sedative effect.Data comparison shows that calcined products are easier to absorb than raw amethyst quartz:

Warming the lungs, dispersing cold and respiratory system application

TargetCough and asthma due to deficiency and cold type, Forged amethyst quartz can warm the lungs and transform into drinks, and is often used together with ephedra and asarum.Its calcium fluoride component can relieve bronchospasm and improve pulmonary ventilation function.Zhang Lu, a physician in the Qing Dynasty, pointed out in "Ben Jing Feng Yuan" that after forging, its properties are "descending and warming and dry", making it more suitable for people with cold phlegm blocking the lungs.It should be noted that it should not be used by those with excessive heat, cough and asthma to avoid aggravating symptoms.

Gynecological conditioning and contraindications

In the field of gynecology, amethyst quartz passesWarm palace and dispel coldTo improve irregular menstruation and cold uterine infertility, it is often used with mugwort leaves and cyperus rotundus.However, because it contains trace amounts of fluorine, long-term use requires monitoring of kidney function, and pregnant women and those with yin deficiency and fire hyperactivity should use it with caution.It is recommended that the single dosage should not exceed 10 grams, and it should be decoctioned for a long time to remove the toxicity, and follow the principle of "stopping the disease as soon as possible".

Summary and reasonable use suggestions

Forged amethyst quartz combines the functions of calming the nerves, warming the lungs, and warming the palace, but it needs to be used based on syndrome differentiation.Modern research provides some scientific basis for its traditional functions, such as calcium ion sedation, fluorine element antibacterial, etc.When using it, you need to pay attention to the incompatibility (for example, it should not be used with Glauber's salt), and give priority to regular processed products.It is recommended to use the medicine under the guidance of a doctor and avoid taking it on your own for a long time.

Citing sources

1. "Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China" 2020 Edition
2. Li Shizhen's "Compendium of Materia Medica"
3. Zhang Lu's "Ben Jing Feng Yuan"
4. China Traditional Chinese Medicine Press "Traditional Chinese Materia Medica" Ninth Edition