Gua Lou Pi Respiratory vs Eremophila Longifolia

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Gua Lou Pi Respiratory

Trichosanthes kirilowii (pericarp)

Respiratory

Eremophila Longifolia

Eremophila longifolia

Respiratory

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Gua Lou Pi Respiratory

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Eremophila Longifolia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM fruit pericarp that clears lung heat and transforms phlegm.

Shrub widespread across arid and semi-arid Australia used extensively by Aboriginal peoples for coughs, colds, skin infections, and as an analgesic smoke treatment.

Active Compounds

Triterpenoids, Flavonoids, Organic acids

verbascoside, eremophilone, sesquiterpenes, phenylpropanoids

Traditional Uses

Phlegm-heat cough, Chest tightness, Dry cough

cough, cold, skin infections, aches and pains, smoke treatment

Modern Uses

Expectorant, Chest opener, Anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant

Adult Dosage

6-12g in decoction daily

Leaf decoction 200ml 2–3x daily or steam inhalation

Contraindications

Spleen deficiency dampness, Diarrhea

pregnancy, allergy

Side Effects

GI upset, Nausea

mild digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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