Buchinha-do-norte is a medicinal plant, also known as Abobrinha-do-norte, Cabacinha, Buchinha or Purga, widely used in the treatment of sinusitis and rhinitis.
Its scientific name is Luffa operculata and it can be purchased in some markets, health food stores and handling pharmacies, it is important that the use of this plant is guided by the doctor or herbalist, since it is toxic and associated with certain side effects, in addition of being abortive.
- Buchinha-do-norte has antiherpetic.
- Astringent.
- Antiseptic.
- Expectorant and dewoparasitic properties.
- Being mainly used in the treatment of rhinitis.
- Sinusitis.
- Bronchitis and nasal congestion.
- For example.
However, for its properties, it can also be used to help treat wounds, ascites and herpes virus infections, for example.
It is important that this plant is used only by medical advice or herbalist, as it is quite toxic and can cause long-term side effects for the person.
The use of buchinha-do-norte should be done as directed, it is not recommended to consume raw fruit, as it is toxic, so one form of consumption is the water of buchinha-do-north, which can be used to flow into the nose in case of sinusitis or washing wounds, for example.
To make the water it is enough to peel the fruit, remove a small piece and leave it in 1 liter of water for about 5 days, after this time remove the fruit and use as recommended.
Studies have shown that 1 g of buchinha-do-north has toxic effects for an adult of 70 kg, so it is important that the use of this plant is only made if there is a medical recommendation.
The main side effect of Buchinha-do-norte is the appearance of bleeding, when used in excess and without medical indication, in addition, nasal bleeding, odor changes, irritation of the nose and even death of nasal tissue may occur.
Buchinha-do-norte also has abortive properties and is not recommended for pregnant women, in fact, this plant is able to stimulate uterine contractions, in addition to having a toxic effect on the embryo, promoting for example changes in fetal development or placental death.Tissue.