Burdock Seed

Arctium lappa (seed)

Family: Asteraceae Evidence: C decoctiontincture

Burdock SEEDS (not root) — used in TCM (Niu Bang Zi) for sore throat, skin eruptions, and measles. Different therapeutic profile from the root. Disperses wind-heat.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricUse Caution

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Diarrhea from Spleen deficiency.

Interactions

Diabetes medications.

Side Effects

GI upset. Mild laxative.

Allergy: Asteraceae allergy.
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