Ostericum grosseserratum vs Angelica dahurica

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Ostericum grosseserratum

Analgesic

Analgesic

Ostericum grosseserratum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Angelica dahurica

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

East Asian Apiaceae used in TCM for wind-cold conditions, headache, and as decongestant.

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

Active Compounds

ostericin, osthole, notopterol, coumarins

byakangelicin, isoimperatorin, phellopterin, xanthotoxin, bergapten, columbianetin

Traditional Uses

Wind-cold conditions in TCM, Headache, Nasal congestion

headache, toothache, nasal congestion, rhinitis, skin conditions

Modern Uses

Analgesic effects, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial

analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antimicrobial

Adult Dosage

3-9 g dried root as decoction

3-9g dried root or 300mg extract daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Photosensitivity

yin deficiency heat, fire excess headache, pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

Photosensitivity

photosensitivity, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E