Yin Chen Hao vs Xa Den

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Yin Chen Hao

Artemisia capillaris

Liver Support

Ehretia asperula

Liver Support

Yin Chen Hao

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Xa Den

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

TCM herb specifically for jaundice, hepatitis, and damp-heat in liver/gallbladder.

A Vietnamese herb used extensively for liver conditions, jaundice, and hepatitis in traditional medicine.

Active Compounds

Capillin, Chlorogenic acid, Caffeic acid, Scoparone

alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins

Traditional Uses

Jaundice, Hepatitis, Gallbladder inflammation, Damp-heat conditions

liver conditions, jaundice, hepatitis, digestive complaints

Modern Uses

Choleretic research, Hepatoprotective, Anti-hepatitis B studies

hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

10-30g in decoction daily

15-30g fresh herb daily

Contraindications

Cold-deficiency jaundice

pregnancy

Side Effects

Mild digestive upset

generally well tolerated

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E