Yinchenhao decoction, as a traditional Chinese medicine prescription, is mainly prepared by decocting Yinchenhao, Gardenia and rhubarb in a certain proportion. As we all know, Herba Artemisiae Scopariae mainly has the effect of diuresis and yellowing. Is the efficacy and function of Yinchenhao decoction also used to eliminate jaundice? Next, let's take a look at Bian Xiao.

Jaundice mechanism

When the skin, sclera and other tissues of the whole body are yellow with itching, the whole body is hot but no sweat flows out. This symptom is medically called jaundice. We know that jaundice is a common symptom, mainly due to the disorder of bilirubin metabolism in the body, which leads to the increase of serum bilirubin concentration.

2. Practice of Yinchenhao Decoction

It is mentioned in Treatise on Febrile Diseases that Yinchenhao Decoction is a common prescription for treating damp-heat jaundice. First, take Herba Artemisiae Scopariae 18g, Fructus Gardeniae 12g and peeled Radix et Rhizoma Rhei 6g, then boil Herba Artemisiae Scopariae with 12l clean water until there is 6 liters of water left, add Fructus Gardeniae and Radix et Rhizoma Rhei, continue to boil to 3 liters, and take it for three times to cure.

3. Efficacy and function of Yinchenhao decoction

As we all know, Gardenia has the function of clearing away heat and reducing fire, which can help Artemisia capillaris induce damp heat to discharge stool, and rhubarb has the function of clearing away heat and facilitating defecation. Therefore, Yinchenhao decoction is mainly used for jaundice caused by damp-heat in the body, which has the effects of clearing away heat and toxic materials, promoting diuresis and eliminating jaundice. Taking the three together will reduce jaundice.

Although we know the curative effect and function of Yinchenhao decoction, we should seek medical attention in time when jaundice symptoms appear, and we should not take medicine without authorization.