Vidarikand vs Xiao Yao San Patent

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Vidarikand

Pueraria tuberosa

Womens Health

Free and Easy Wanderer

Womens Health

Vidarikand

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Xiao Yao San Patent

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Climbing Ayurvedic plant with large tuberous roots used as a rejuvenating tonic for male and female reproductive health and energy.

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

Active Compounds

tuberosin, puerarin-like isoflavones, beta-sitosterol, daidzein, glycosides

Saikosaponins, Paeoniflorin, Atractylenolide, Glycyrrhizin

Traditional Uses

Rejuvenation tonic in Ayurveda (Rasayana), Male and female sexual health, Galactagogue for nursing mothers, Digestive and nutritive tonic

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

Modern Uses

Adaptogenic, Galactagogue, Reproductive tonic, Immunomodulatory

Liver qi regulator, Antidepressant, Hormonal balance, Digestive harmonizer

Adult Dosage

1-3g powder with milk twice daily; 500mg extract twice daily

4-6 tablets 3x daily or standard decoction

Contraindications

Pregnancy in large doses, Hormone-sensitive conditions

Yin deficiency with heat (use modified version)

Side Effects

Possible estrogenic effects, Mild bloating

GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E