Persicaria Hydropiper Herb vs Xiao Yao San Patent

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Persicaria Hydropiper Herb

Persicaria hydropiper

Womens Health

Free and Easy Wanderer

Womens Health

Persicaria Hydropiper Herb

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Xiao Yao San Patent

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Pungent waterside plant used across European and Asian folk medicine for hemorrhoids, menstrual regulation, and digestive conditions.

TCM most prescribed formula for liver qi stagnation, PMS, and depression.

Active Compounds

polygodial, ramnoside, quercetin, tannins

Saikosaponins, Paeoniflorin, Atractylenolide, Glycyrrhizin

Traditional Uses

hemorrhoid treatment in European folk medicine, menstrual regulation herb, digestive stimulant

PMS, Depression, Irritability, Digestive problems from stress, Fatigue

Modern Uses

hemostatic, antifungal, digestive stimulant

Liver qi regulator, Antidepressant, Hormonal balance, Digestive harmonizer

Adult Dosage

2-4g dried herb as tea or 3-4ml tincture

4-6 tablets 3x daily or standard decoction

Contraindications

pregnancy - emmenagogue, kidney disease

Yin deficiency with heat (use modified version)

Side Effects

kidney irritation, burning sensations

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E