Introduction to "Yi Zhijian" as a Chinese Herbal Medicine

Although the name "Yi Zhijian" may not be familiar to many, it is actually a highly valuable herbal medicine. It is a wild herbaceous plant that is not commonly seen in daily life. Yi Zhijian possesses the ability to clear heat and detoxify, and it can also prevent wind-heat syndromes. It exhibits remarkable therapeutic effects and is widely used in many traditional Chinese medicine remedies for injuries and bruises.

This herbaceous plant, also known as "Yi Zhiqiang" or "Xiaoqingteng," belongs to the Ophioglossaceae family. Its entire plant can be used as medicine and possesses significant medicinal value. However, due to its rarity in nature, many people do not have a deep understanding of its efficacy and applications, nor are they aware of the diseases it can treat.

Efficacy and Functions of Yi Zhijian

Yi Zhijian is a herbal medicine that clears heat and detoxifies, prevents wind-heat syndromes, and promotes blood circulation to dissipate blood stasis. It is clinically effective in treating common human conditions such as mastitis, boils, skin itching, and injuries from falls and bruises. Additionally, it can reduce swelling, relieve pain, and prevent abscesses.

Primary Uses of Yi Zhijian

1. Treatment of Scabies: Yi Zhijian is primarily used to treat scabies, especially for the itching caused by it. When treating, it is recommended to combine Yi Zhijian with dandelion and side-ear root, and stew them with eel for consumption. This method also has a significant therapeutic effect on human abscesses.

2. Treatment of Boils and Abscesses: Yi Zhijian is clinically used to treat boils and abscesses. During treatment, it is recommended to mix Yi Zhijian with cooked rhubarb and other herbs, boil them in water, and consume the decoction daily. This can effectively reduce boils and abscesses.

3. Treatment of Venomous Snake Bites: Yi Zhijian can reduce swelling, relieve pain, and detoxify. It is commonly used to treat venomous snake bites. When treating, Yi Zhijian can be crushed into a paste and applied directly to the injured area. Changing the dressing twice daily can help expel toxins from the body and alleviate swelling and pain.

In addition to treating venomous snake bites, crushed Yi Zhijian can also be used externally to treat unnamed swellings and has remarkable effects in reducing swelling and relieving pain.