Piperone can obviously inhibit the paw swelling caused by carrageenan in rats, and has anti-inflammatory effect. Intraperitoneal injection of the extract can increase the pain threshold of mice and has analgesic effect. PAF induced hypotension and pulmonary edema in rats can be alleviated by intravenous injection of PAF extract.

The traditional Chinese medicine name of Sea Breeze Teng is derived from the pepper family Feng Teng, which is the dry cane of this plant. It is mainly produced in Guangdong and Fujian in China. It is also called Lao Teng or Mankengxiang in some areas. It can dispel wind and relieve pain.