Siegesbeckia has the efficacy of dispelling wind-dampness, benefiting joints and detoxifying; it is mainly used for the treatment of weakness of muscles and bones, soreness and weakness of waist and knees.
Siegesbeckia is mainly used for the treatment of weakness of muscles and bones, soreness and weakness of waist and knees, paralysis of limbs, hemiplegia (one side of the limbs can not move freely), rubella and wet sores. Clinically, for the treatment of rheumatism and wet sores, itchy skin, Siegesbeckia is often used in decoction and fumigation with white fresh skin and celandine; for the treatment of insect and animal bites, fresh Siegesbeckia can be used in pounding and compressing.
Siegesbeckia can be used with caution in cases of yin and blood deficiency. The adverse effects and contraindications of Siegesbeckia are not clear.
It should be noted that the efficacy of a single Chinese medicine is limited, and clinically it needs to be paired with other Chinese medicines after identification by a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.