Zingiber officinale (dried)
TCM interior-warming herb — different from fresh ginger (Sheng Jiang). Dried ginger warms the Spleen and Kidney, rescues devastated yang. For cold extremities, abdominal pain with diarrhea, and vomiting from cold. Key in Li Zhong Wan and Si Ni Tang.
Sign in and complete your health profile to see safety warnings personalized to your age, sex, medications, conditions, and allergies for this herb.
If you take any medications, review these interactions carefully.
Blood thinners, diabetes meds.
Full contraindication details are available to signed-in users. Create a free account.
Heartburn, warming sensation. Very safe.
Full dosage ranges, extraction ratios, and step-by-step preparation instructions for Gan Jiang are available to members.
Create a free accountPersonalized Guidance
Our Herbal Support Finder matches you with herbs based on your wellness goals, health profile, and medications.
