Motherwort has the effect of promoting water retention, activating blood circulation and regulating menstruation, detoxifying and clearing away heat, which can be taken by soaking and then decocting with water, but it should be noted that motherwort soaked in water plays a limited role in the efficacy of the medicine, and can’t be used for the treatment of diseases.
The motherwort is the fresh or dried above ground part of the Labiatae plant motherwort, has the effect of diuresis, blood circulation, menstruation, detoxification and purging, clinically it can be used for the treatment of irregular menstruation caused by qi stagnation and blood stasis, menstrual cramps, fetal leakage (small amount of vaginal bleeding in the early stages of pregnancy), difficult to birth, post-partum abdominal pain, bruises, dysuria (unruly), blood in urine, carbuncle sores and sores, and so on.
Note that motherwort is forbidden to be taken by people with deficiency of yin and blood, excessive menstruation and dilated pupils. Pregnant women should be cautious of using motherwort. Avoid cooking motherwort with iron. Motherwort should be soaked before cooking, so that the herbs are fully soaked, soaked for about half an hour before decocting and taking.
It is recommended to consult a professional physician or pharmacist before using this medicine, if you need to use this medicine.