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Sophora flavescens
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
Bitter root used in TCM to clear heat and dry dampness, used for itching skin conditions, diarrhea, and urinary problems, also widely used in dermatological preparations.
Bitter root used in TCM to clear heat and dry dampness, used for itching skin conditions, diarrhea, and urinary problems, also widely used in dermatological preparations. Key active compounds include matrine, oxymatrine, sophocarpine.
matrine, along with oxymatrine and sophocarpine, are the primary bioactive compounds in Ku Shen. These compounds disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits pathogen growth, stabilizes hepatocyte membranes and supports liver regeneration.
Antimicrobial
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antiparasitic
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Anti-itch
Hepatoprotective
Itching
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Eczema
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Jaundice
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Diarrhea
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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