A very heartbreaking event occurred in Chongqing. At a birthday party, Xiao Li, in order to thank his family and friends for coming, shared his precious medicinal wine made at home and invited everyone to drink it

A very heartbreaking event occurred in Chongqing. At a birthday party, Xiao Li, in order to thank his family and friends for coming, shared his precious medicinal wine made at home and invited everyone to drink it. Unexpectedly, it turned out to be a tragedy.

All the people who drank the medicinal liquor had varying degrees of negative symptoms, and 15 people were sent for emergency treatment due to kidney failure, but there were still 5 people who were not rescued. Afterwards, according to investigations by relevant departments, it was found that the cause of the tragedy was Xiaoli's homemade medicinal wine. Is medicinal liquor a medicine or an alcohol? Why did this result?

Medicinal liquor has actually existed since ancient times. Chinese ancient medical experts once created dozens of different dosage forms of drugs, but to this day, there are still more than ten dosage forms preserved in the traditional Chinese medicine system, including decoction, powder, pill, pill, and alcohol.

Generally, the medicinal wine we speak of is to soak the roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits of plants, as well as the whole body or viscera of animals, and even some mineral components in a certain proportion in low concentration edible alcohol, such as Baijiu, yellow rice wine, rice wine or wine. This can dissolve the active ingredients of the drug in the wine and remove the residue after a certain period of time to make it. Some medicinal liquors are also prepared through fermentation and other methods.

Therefore, 'medicinal wine' is not just an ordinary 'wine', it can even be said to be 'medicine'.It should be noted that,The absorption of medicinal liquor is particularly fast, and the toxicity of medicinal herbs containing toxicity may become more prominent after being brewed into medicinal liquor.Therefore, we must not freely brew medicinal liquor based on our own imagination, but strictly follow professional methods and formulas to prepare it

In addition, medicinal liquor should not be consumed casually,Dong Rui, Pharmacist of the Pharmacy Department of Hangzhou First People's HospitalReminder: Only when consumed scientifically can one reap the benefits of medicinal wine, so it is best to have a clear understanding of the relevant knowledge before drinking medicinal wine.

Medicinal liquor has obvious pharmacological effects, and its preparation process involves multiple professional fields such as the approval of prescription ingredients, selection of liquor, control of medicinal material quality, scientific adoption of flavor correction agents, colorants, preparation processes, and approval of equipment and facilities. Therefore, China neither advocates nor allows ordinary people, various hotels and restaurants, etc. to prepare medicinal liquor on their own.

However, although regulations do not allow it, many people still make their own medicinal liquor.Liu Shaogui, Chief Pharmacist of the First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Traditional Chinese MedicinePoint out that,From the perspective of modern medicine, the practice of mixing and preparing medicinal liquor is extremely unscientific.In the modern medical system, drugs, alcohol, and food are clearly defined and divided into different concepts, with clear boundaries between them.

However,In traditional medicine, the concept of homology between medicine and food is a natural one.Many times, the boundary between drugs and food is blurry, making it difficult to clearly separate them. For example, scallions and ginger are used as seasonings on the dining table, and can also be used as medicine for sweating and cooling during colds. The same applies to alcohol. In traditional Chinese medicine, alcohol is sometimes used in combination with some blood activating drugs to promote blood circulation and help eliminate congestion.

In summary, it is recommended that everyone not have to brew and drink medicinal wine themselves,If necessary, it is also advisable to consult a doctor first and proceed under professional guidance.

It should be clarified that although the preparation of medicinal liquor is relatively "free", there are several types of drugs that are strictly prohibited from entering the liquor, especially some plant and animal traditional Chinese medicines with strong toxicity and strong effects, as well as drugs that are toxic to the liver and kidneys.

Especially some toxic mineral drugs, such as arsenic, arsenic, cinnabar, silver, realgar, etc.

Strychnos nux is a highly toxic drug with good effects on dispelling wind, overcoming dampness, unblocking collaterals, and relieving pain. But after poisoning, it can cause tonic spasms, convulsions, and gonorrhea,Even death may occur.

However,The dosage must be strictly controlled.After poisoning, they may cause serious heart damage, central nervous system paralysis, decreased blood pressure, and even lead to respiratory paralysis and brain edema, which can be fatal.

However,

Xanthium sibiricum is a medicinal herb with the effects of dispersing wind and cold, and clearing the nose and orifices. It is mainly used to treat diseases related to wind, cold, and dampness. However, the xanthoside component in Xanthium sibiricum is a cytoplasmic toxin that may cause damage to visceral cells such as the heart, liver, and kidneys, and may also lead to widespread systemic bleeding. If the poisoning is advanced, liver coma may occur, leading to death.

Although the toxicity of the medicinal material may decrease after processing, it is still necessary to strictly follow the doctor's advice to use Xanthium sibiricum and avoid excessive consumption to avoid poisoning.

The brewing of medicinal liquor requires scientific guidance, and there are many ways to take medicinal liquor. The following five principles should be noted.

1. Before taking medicinal liquor, it is necessary to recognize its efficacy

Usually, medicinal liquor can be divided into two categories: therapeutic medicinal liquor and nourishing medicinal liquor. Therefore, it is important to understand which type of medicinal liquor you are taking, whether it is used to treat specific diseases or for health and nourishing purposes. Therapeutic medicinal liquor needs to be used according to a doctor's prescription or clinical experience, while nourishing medicinal liquor can be taken in moderation according to personal circumstances.

2. Medicinal liquor is not better as it ages

Medicinal liquor needs to be kept at an appropriate age, and usually high-quality liquor should be stored for 4-5 years before drinking with the best effect. If stored further, the alcohol content will decrease, the taste of the wine will weaken, the aroma will disappear, and the efficacy will also be affected. If there is a large amount of sediment or if the medicinal wine has soured and deteriorated, it must not be consumed again.

3. Drink medicinal wine instead of just having meals

Medicinal liquor itself has medicinal effects and should not be taken during meals. Like other drugs, taking medicinal liquor should follow this rule because drinking medicinal liquor during meals not only stimulates the digestive system, but may also affect the effectiveness of the drug.

4. Drinking medicinal wine is not as beneficial as having more

When taking medicinal liquor,Selection must be based on individual differences, taking into account factors such as physical fitness, lifestyle habits, gender, and age.Usually, it is not recommended for children to drink medicinal liquor, and it is also not advisable for women to take medicinal liquor during menstruation and pregnancy. Patients with liver and kidney dysfunction, hypertension, hemorrhoids, and vitamin deficiency should avoid drinking medicinal liquor. Young and healthy people should not abuse nourishing medicinal liquor, especially those with a strong Yang constitution who should not drink yang boosting medicinal liquor.

The dosage of medicinal wine can be chosen according to individual tolerance, but it is usually recommended to drink 15ml to 30ml each time, and can be consumed two to three times a day.

5. Drinking medicinal wine should not be given to one person per square meter

Different medicinal wines are suitable for different health conditions and needs, so the selection should vary from person to person. People with sequelae such as wind chill and stroke can choose medicinal liquor that promotes blood circulation and dissipates blood stasis; Rheumatology patients can choose rheumatic medicinal wine, wujiapi wine, papaya wine, and other anti rheumatic medicinal wines.

In addition, it should be noted that if there are strong discomfort symptoms after taking medicinal liquor, such as facial or limb numbness, palpitations, dizziness, sweating profusely, etc., the emergency number 120 should be immediately dialed.

Meanwhile,During the process of waiting for emergency personnel to arrive, it is possible to try inducing vomiting and expelling the contents of the stomach as much as possible to reduce the absorption of toxins.If conditions permit, the remaining medicinal liquor can be retained for testing, identifying the types of toxins, and obtaining targeted treatment.

In short, although medicinal wine has certain pharmacological effects, it is not omnipotent. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention in a timely manner and receive professional medical examination and advice. Do not blindly believe in folk folk remedies or secret formulas, and prepare medicinal liquor on your own to prevent food poisoning incidents.

References:

[1] Is Medicinal Liquor "Medicine" or "Alcohol"? Hangzhou First Hospital, December 8, 2020

[2] A Bottle of Homemade Medicinal Liquor Causes Cardiac Arrest! Chinese Medicine Experts List Prohibited Medicinal Materials. Life Times, 2021-06-29

[3] Medicinal Liquor Becomes' Poisonous Liquor ', Killing in Just a Few Hours! Reminder: Don't Use These 4 Traditional Chinese Medicines to Soak in Liquor. Health Circles. 2023-07-17

[4] Alert! Five relatives and friends died after drinking self prepared medicine liquor! Drinking medicine liquor requires "long Dim sum"! Healthy China. June 22, 2018

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