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Smilax chinensis Linn

Smilax chinensis Linn

The English name for this herb is Chopchini.

Warning: With the clinically used dowes no adverse effects have been known.

Description

Smilax chinensis Linn. The plant is a creeper. The rhizomes are like oblong potatoes, hard, rough and pinkish in colour.

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological action of Smilax chinensis Linn is Anti-bacterial.

The pharmacological action of Smilax chinensis Linn's Rhizomes is Anti-inflammatory.

The pharmacological actions of Smilax chinensis Linn's Root are Alterative, Aphrodisiac, Demulcent, Pseudorific.

Indications

The indication of Smilax chinensis Linn's Rhizomes is Painful Swelling.

The indications of Smilax chinensis Linn's Root are Skin Diseases, Syphilis, Rheumatism.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

None recorded.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

None recorded.

Dosage

None recorded.

Available Brands

Compound Preparations

No Compound Preparation information is available for Smilax chinensis Linn.

Substitutes

No information regarding Smilax chinensis Linn's substitute is currently available.

Active Constituents

The active constituents of Smilax chinensis Linn's Root are Colouring Matter, Fat, Flavone glycosides, Gallic Acid, Glycosides, Gum, Saponins, Starch, Sugar.

Antidotes

No information regarding Smilax chinensis Linn's antidote is currently available.

Toxicity

Currently no Toxicity information is available for Smilax chinensis Linn. (work in progress)