Benefits of Astragaloside IV

Enhance immune function

Astragaloside IV can stimulate the body’s immune system, which can increase the number of white blood cells in the blood, especially the proliferation of lymphocytes. For example, some experimental studies have found that astragaloside IV can significantly increase the lymphocyte transformation rate in mice, thereby enhancing the body’s resistance to pathogens and helping the body better resist the invasion of foreign pathogens such as bacteria and viruses.

Heart protection

Astragaloside IV has positive inotropic effects and can enhance myocardial contractility. It’s like adding strength to the “pump” of the heart so that the heart can pump blood to the whole body more effectively. At the same time, it can also dilate the coronary arteries, increase blood perfusion of the myocardium, and improve the nutrient supply of the myocardium. For example, for patients with coronary heart disease, astragaloside IV can help relieve the symptoms of myocardial ischemia and reduce the risk of myocardial infarction.

Improve blood circulation

Astragaloside IV can reduce blood viscosity and inhibit platelet aggregation. Platelet aggregation is like “small groups” in the blood, which can easily lead to thrombosis. Astragaloside IV can break up these “small groups” and reduce the possibility of thrombosis. It can also dilate blood vessels, reduce peripheral vascular resistance, make blood flow smoother, help improve blood circulation throughout the body, and also have a certain improvement effect on vascular lesions caused by diseases such as hypertension.

Antioxidant effect

Astragaloside IV is a potent antioxidant that scavenges excess free radicals in the body. Free radicals are like “troublesome molecules” in the body, damaging the structure and function of cells. Astragaloside IV can capture these free radicals and reduce their damage to cells, especially the protective effect on vascular endothelial cells and cardiomyocytes, thus delaying the aging of cells and the aging process of the body.

Improve kidney function

Astragaloside IV can regulate renal hemodynamics and increase renal blood flow. In the treatment of kidney disease, it helps reduce ischemia-reperfusion damage to the kidneys. For example, for some patients with chronic kidney disease, astragaloside IV can improve the glomerular filtration function, reduce the production of proteinuria, and play a certain protective role in the kidneys.

Applications of astragaloside IV

Medical field

In traditional Chinese medicine compound preparations, astragaloside IV is one of the active ingredients of many drugs. For example, Astragalus injection, which mainly contains ingredients such as astragaloside IV, is often used to treat viral myocarditis and improve the myocardial function of patients. At the same time, it is also used in some Chinese patent medicines for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease and heart failure. Moreover, among the therapeutic drugs for nephrotic syndrome, astragaloside IV also plays a role in improving renal function and helping to relieve patients’ symptoms.

Health care products field

Due to its immune-boosting effects, astragaloside IV is widely used in the health care product industry. It is added to many immune-modulating health products to help people enhance their body’s resistance. It is especially suitable for people with low immunity, such as the elderly, frail, and sick.

Cosmetics field

The antioxidant effect of astragaloside IV makes it a good candidate for cosmetic use. It can be added to skincare products such as facial creams, essences, etc., to help the skin resist free radical damage, reduce wrinkles, and delay the aging process. It also has a certain moisturizing effect, making the skin smoother and more delicate.