Rehmannia

Rehmannia glutinosa

Family: Orobanchaceae Evidence: C decoctioncapsuleextract

A foundational TCM blood tonic. Raw form clears heat; prepared (cooked) form nourishes blood and yin. Used in many classic TCM formulas.

Safety Profile

PregnancyPossibly Unsafe
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricInsufficient Data

Contraindications

Digestive weakness with diarrhea. Spleen Qi deficiency in TCM terms.

Interactions

May interact with diabetes medications and blood thinners.

Side Effects

GI upset, loose stools. Prepared form is better tolerated than raw.

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