Qu Mai vs Shi Wei

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Qu Mai

Dianthus superbus

Urinary

Pyrrosia lingua

Urinary

Qu Mai

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Shi Wei

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM herb that clears heat and promotes urination.

TCM herb that promotes urination and stops urinary bleeding.

Active Compounds

Saponins, Flavonoids, Cyclopeptides

Flavonoids, Mangiferin, Isomangiferin, Tannins

Traditional Uses

UTI, Hematuria, Amenorrhea, Urinary stones

Urinary stones, Hematuria, UTI

Modern Uses

Urinary antiseptic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue

Anti-lithic, Hemostatic, Diuretic

Adult Dosage

6-10g in decoction daily

6-12g in decoction daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy

Yin deficiency without damp-heat

Side Effects

Excessive urination

Rare GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E