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Aristolochia debilis

Respiratory

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 30, 2026

Description

Climbing vine of East Asia used in TCM as Ma Dou Ling for respiratory conditions; contains nephrotoxic aristolochic acids.

Active Compounds

aristolochic acid Iaristolochic acid IIalkaloids

Traditional Uses

TCM herb Ma Dou Ling for cough and asthma
Used historically in Chinese medicine for respiratory and digestive conditions

Modern Uses

Historical TCM respiratory herb - now restricted
Traditional cough remedy

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: other
Adult Dose: Severely restricted or banned in many countries due to nephrotoxicity
Child Dose: Never for children
Preparation Notes: Aristolochic acid nephropathy is a serious risk; use is restricted globally

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

All conditions - nephrotoxic
Kidney disease
Pregnancy
Children

Possible Side Effects

Kidney failure
Bladder cancer
Carcinogenicity

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Aristolochia debilis

Description

Active Compounds

Traditional Uses

Modern Uses

Contraindications

Possible Side Effects