The main hazards of long-term consumption of medicines for activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis (promoting blood circulation and eliminating blood stasis in the body) include gastrointestinal discomfort, damage to the liver and kidneys, bleeding, and dry mouth and thirst.
1. Gastrointestinal discomfort. Long-term use of medicines that promote blood circulation and eliminate blood stasis may irritate the gastrointestinal tract and cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and other symptoms of gastrointestinal discomfort.
2. Damage to liver and kidney. Activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis drugs are mostly excreted from the liver and kidneys, long-term use of these drugs may damage the liver and kidney functions, and in serious cases, liver and kidney failure may occur.
3. Bleeding. Because of its effect of activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis, long-term use may lead to bleeding, such as nosebleeds, bleeding gums, and some may also have gastrointestinal bleeding.
4. Dry mouth and thirst. Long-term use may also lead to dry mouth and thirst, and even dizziness.
Therefore, when taking medicines for activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis, it is important to take them according to the doctor’s instructions. If any of the above adverse reactions occur, consult a doctor promptly.