The herbal name for fig leaves is Fig Leaf. The medicine boiled in water has the effect of clearing dampness and heat, relieving sores and toxins, subduing swellings and relieving pain, but it should be noted that fig leaf boiled in water has limited efficacy and should not be used as a substitute for medicines in the treatment of diseases.
Fig leaves belong to the Chinese herbal medicine, the nature of the drug is sweet and slightly pungent, with a small poison, has the effect of clearing dampness and heat, detoxification, swelling and pain, clinically can be used for dampness and heat diarrhea, band under the hemorrhoids, piles, carbuncle swelling pain, scrofula (mainly refers to the cervical lymph node nodule tuberculosis) and other conditions of the treatment. In the use of the drug should be noted that there is a small toxicity, so it is not recommended to overdose for a long time.
For patients who need to use Fig Leaf, it is recommended to go to a regular hospital for consultation and treatment under the help and guidance of a professional physician.