Lonicera Japonica vs Salvia pratensis

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Lonicera Japonica

Lonicera japonica

Antimicrobial

Salvia pratensis

Antimicrobial

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Lonicera Japonica

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Salvia pratensis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM herb used to clear heat and toxins; one of the most commonly used herbs for fever, infections, and inflammatory conditions across East Asian medicine.

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

Active Compounds

chlorogenic acid, luteolin, caffeic acid, quercetin, lonicerosides

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

Traditional Uses

Heat and toxin conditions, Upper respiratory infections, Fever, Skin infections

sore throat, skin infections, wound healing, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

Antibacterial activity, Antiviral effects, Anti-inflammatory properties, Antioxidant support

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, astringent, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

9-15g dried flower daily; 500mg-1g extract twice daily

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

Contraindications

Cold conditions without heat

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

Mild digestive effects, Diarrhea if Spleen weak

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

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