Description

Gleditsia sinensis thorns are the dried thorns of the Gleditsia sinensis tree. Traditional Chinese medicine considers them warm in nature and pungent in taste, possessing the effects of reducing swelling and draining pus, dispelling wind and killing parasites, and promoting blood circulation. They are often used externally or in combination with other medicinal materials to treat sores, skin problems, and rheumatic pain. It should be noted that they are slightly toxic and should be used under the guidance of a physician.

I. Main Efficacy and Uses

Reducing Swelling and Draining Pus: Gleditsia sinensis thorns can promote the drainage of pus and improve local redness, swelling, heat, and pain. They are suitable for sores, abscesses, mastitis, and unnamed swellings. They are often ground into powder for external application or decocted with honeysuckle, forsythia, etc.

Dispelling Wind and Killing Parasites: Their pungent and warming properties can dispel wind-evil. External application can relieve skin itching, scabies, eczema, and other problems. They are often decocted with sophora flavescens and dictamnus dasycarpus for external washing, or made into ointments for application.

Promoting Blood Circulation and Unblocking Meridians: Gleditsia sinensis thorns can unblock meridians and improve blood circulation, making them suitable for rheumatic joint pain and limb numbness. They are often combined with other blood-activating herbs such as Angelica sinensis and Ligusticum chuanxiong to enhance their therapeutic effects.