Atractylodes macrocephala is not recommended to soak water to drink, can not achieve the therapeutic effect, atractylodes macrocephala is usually decocted soup for internal use.
Atractylodes macrocephala has the effect of strengthening the spleen and drying dampness, dispersing cold and dispelling wind, and brightening the eyes. It can be used for dampness obstructing the middle Jiao (dampness obstructing the function of the spleen and stomach), diarrhea, edema, epigastric distension (feeling of fullness in the stomach and abdomen), foot fungus, wind-cold and flu, rheumatism paralysis, dimness of the eyes and eyesight, night blindness and other diseases.
Cangzhu can be combined with Houpu and Chenpi to treat dampness obstructing the middle Jiao and distention of the epigastrium. It can be used with Poria, Poria, Ze Xie, etc. to treat edema caused by water-dampness internal retention (water-dampness stays in the body).
Atractylodes macrocephala is generally used as a decoction to be taken internally, soaking in water can play a limited role, and cannot play a role in the treatment of diseases. Therefore, it is not recommended to take atractylodes macrocephala in water. If there is a need for medication, it should be used reasonably under the guidance of the doctor’s diagnosis, and should not be used on its own, so as not to cause adverse consequences.