Wu Gong vs Mucuna Sloanei

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Wu Gong

Scolopendra subspinipes

Nervine

Mucuna Sloanei

Mucuna sloanei

Nervine

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Wu Gong

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Mucuna Sloanei

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM animal medicine from dried centipede; used to extinguish wind, unblock the channels, and attack toxins; prescribed for stroke, seizures, and pain.

Tropical liana of West Africa and South America used in traditional medicine for pain, inflammation, and as a snake venom antidote.

Active Compounds

histamine, serotonin, fatty acids, mucopolysaccharides, proteins

L-DOPA, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, lectin

Traditional Uses

Stroke support, Convulsions, Painful conditions, Skin toxins

snake bite antidote, pain, inflammation, skin conditions, nervine

Modern Uses

Antiepileptic effects, Anti-inflammatory activity, Analgesic properties, Antimicrobial action

antivenom research, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective

Adult Dosage

1-3g dried centipede daily; professional supervision required

Seed or root decoction 200ml 2x daily under supervision

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Allergy, Bleeding disorders

pregnancy, MAOIs, psychiatric medications, children

Side Effects

Allergic reactions, Nausea

nausea, dopaminergic effects, hallucinations at high doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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