Sang Piao Xiao vs Di Fu Zi

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Sang Piao Xiao

Paratenodera sinensis

Urinary

Kochia scoparia

Urinary

Sang Piao Xiao

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Di Fu Zi

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

The egg case of the praying mantis used in TCM to astringently tonify kidney and treat bedwetting.

TCM herb that clears damp-heat from bladder and relieves itching.

Active Compounds

proteins, fatty acids, calcium salts

Saponins, Flavonoids, Betaine, Fatty acids

Traditional Uses

spermatorrhea, bedwetting, urinary frequency

Urinary frequency, Urinary pain, Skin itching

Modern Uses

astringent, kidney tonic

Urinary antiseptic, Anti-pruritic, Diuretic

Adult Dosage

4.5-9g daily

9-15g in decoction daily

Contraindications

painful urination from infection, excess conditions

Pregnancy

Side Effects

generally well tolerated

Mild GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E