Steamed epiphyllum tablets are better and safer than shelled epiphyllum tablets. The two are concocted products derived from epiphyllum after using different concocting methods.
Steamed slices are raw slices of epiphyllum moistened with water and dried by heating and steaming until an oily sheen appears. The steamed slices are made from raw slices of epiphyllum that have been moistened with water and steamed until they appear shiny and oily, while the steamed slices are made from black slices or white slices of epiphyllum that have been scalded with sand until they bulge and change color.
Epiphyllum contains a variety of alkaloids, including monoester alkaloids with good efficacy and low toxicity, and diester alkaloids with high toxicity. Some studies have shown that the content of monoester alkaloids in steamed slices of epiphyllum increased significantly after concoction, while the content of monoester alkaloids in shelled slices of epiphyllum was basically the same as that in raw slices of epiphyllum. Therefore, steamed epiphyllum slices have lower toxicity and better therapeutic effect than shelled epiphyllum slices.
The toxicity of epiphyllum is greater, the use of epiphyllum or its artillery products need to be standardized under the guidance of a physician according to the individual situation, and should not be used blindly by oneself. To avoid adverse consequences.