Da Qing Ye vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Da Qing Ye

Isatis indigotica (leaf)

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Da Qing Ye

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM leaf of the same plant as Ban Lan Gen with antiviral properties.

European meadow sage with antibiotic properties; used in folk medicine for throat and skin conditions.

Active Compounds

Indigo, Indirubin, Tryptanthrin, Clemastanin

rosmarinic acid, luteolin, apigenin, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid

Traditional Uses

Epidemic fever, Rashes, Sore throat, Mumps

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

Antiviral, Antipyretic, Anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

9-15g in decoction daily

3-5g dried herb or 2-3ml tincture daily

Contraindications

Spleen/stomach cold

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

GI upset

generally safe at therapeutic doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E