Poria has no obvious side effects in general, but in order to ensure that the medication is safe and effective, it is recommended that patients follow the doctor’s instructions for medication.
Poria is a common Chinese medicine, Poria flavor sweet, light, medicinal flat, attributed to the heart, lungs, spleen, kidney meridian, has the effect of diuretic swelling, seepage of dampness, strengthening the spleen, tranquilizing the heart. It is suitable for the treatment of edema and low urine output, phlegm (pathological product formed by water metabolism disorders), palpitation, spleen deficiency with low food intake, loose stools (feces that are thin and unshaped) and diarrhea, restlessness of the heart and mind, palpitation and insomnia.
Poria is mainly used for internal use after decoction, but can also be made into pills or powder and taken. Poria is calm in nature, and there are no obvious side effects when patients take it. However, it should be noted that Poria has a certain effect of diarrhea and dampness, therefore, patients with qi deficiency need to be cautious in taking it.
It is recommended that when the patient is not feeling well, go to a Chinese medicine hospital in time, and be guided by a professional Chinese medicine practitioner to carry out reasonable medication, and do not blindly take Poria, so as to avoid the adverse effects of the drug.