Shi Wei vs Qu Mai

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Shi Wei

Pyrrosia lingua

Urinary

Dianthus superbus

Urinary

Shi Wei

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Qu Mai

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM herb that promotes urination and stops urinary bleeding.

TCM herb that clears heat and promotes urination.

Active Compounds

Flavonoids, Mangiferin, Isomangiferin, Tannins

Saponins, Flavonoids, Cyclopeptides

Traditional Uses

Urinary stones, Hematuria, UTI

UTI, Hematuria, Amenorrhea, Urinary stones

Modern Uses

Anti-lithic, Hemostatic, Diuretic

Urinary antiseptic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue

Adult Dosage

6-12g in decoction daily

6-10g in decoction daily

Contraindications

Yin deficiency without damp-heat

Pregnancy

Side Effects

Rare GI upset

Excessive urination

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E