Platycodon

Platycodon grandiflorus

Family: Campanulaceae Evidence: C decoctioncapsuletea

A TCM herb that opens and directs other herbs upward to the lungs and throat. Used for coughs, sore throat, and lung abscess. Also a Korean food (doraji).

Safety Profile

PregnancyPossibly Unsafe
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricUse Caution

Contraindications

Hemoptysis (coughing blood). Peptic ulcers.

Interactions

Few significant interactions known.

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting at high doses. GI irritation.

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