Korean Cuscuta vs Dang Gui Jian Zhong

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Korean Cuscuta

Cuscuta japonica

Adaptogen

Angelica sinensis combination

Adaptogen

Korean Cuscuta

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Dang Gui Jian Zhong

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A kidney tonic in Hanbang that stabilizes essence, strengthens bones, and improves vision.

Classical Kampo formula combining Angelica with middle-building herbs; used in Kampo for abdominal cold with deficiency and exhaustion.

Active Compounds

quercetin, kaempferol, astragalin, resin

ligustilide, ferulic acid, maltose, peony glycosides

Traditional Uses

kidney yang and yin deficiency, tinnitus, low back pain, vision problems

Abdominal cold pain in Kampo, Deficiency exhaustion and fatigue, Post-illness recovery, Classic Japanese Kampo for middle burner cold

Modern Uses

kidney tonic, bone strengthening, neuroprotective

Antispasmodic, Analgesic for abdominal pain, Adaptogen, Digestive tonic

Adult Dosage

9-15g seeds daily

Traditional Kampo decoction as directed by practitioner

Contraindications

excessive fire from deficiency, urinary difficulty

Pregnancy, Bleeding disorders

Side Effects

generally well tolerated

GI upset, Blood thinning from Dang Gui component

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E