The source of the plant] Opuntia dillenii Haw [ Part Used] the root of the plant [ Main Specifications] 10: 1 [ Pharmacology Function] 1¡ ¢ An inflammation-fighting plant extract, taken hours before consuming alcohol, appears to suppress some of the symptoms brought on by about of heavy drinking. 2¡ ¢ Cactus also contains saponins. This compound acts on the central nervous system, but may also be active peripherally on appetite regulation, via the vagal afferent nerves, as well as on potentially anorectic peripheral hormones such as cholecystokynin.