Angelica dahurica vs Xi Xin

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Angelica dahurica

Analgesic

Asarum sieboldii

Analgesic

Angelica dahurica

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Xi Xin

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM exterior-releasing herb for wind-cold conditions with headache; opens nasal passages.

Potent TCM herb for toothache, headache, and nasal congestion pain.

Active Compounds

byakangelicin, isoimperatorin, phellopterin, xanthotoxin, bergapten, columbianetin

Methyleugenol, Safrole, Asarinin, Essential oils

Traditional Uses

headache, toothache, nasal congestion, rhinitis, skin conditions

Toothache, Headache, Nasal congestion, Wind-cold pain

Modern Uses

analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antimicrobial

Analgesic research, Anti-allergic studies, Local anesthetic

Adult Dosage

3-9g dried root or 300mg extract daily

1-3g in decoction daily (small dose herb)

Contraindications

yin deficiency heat, fire excess headache, pregnancy large doses

Pregnancy, Qi deficiency, Headache from blood deficiency, Excessive sweating

Side Effects

photosensitivity, GI upset

Headache, Sweating, Toxicity at high doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E