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Petasites japonicus
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.
Japanese edible plant with large leaves; young stalks eaten as vegetable; traditional use for cough and pain.
Japanese edible plant with large leaves; young stalks eaten as vegetable; traditional use for cough and pain. Key active compounds include petasin, furanopetasin, flavonoids.
petasin, along with furanopetasin and flavonoids, are the primary bioactive compounds in Petasites japonicus. These compounds stimulates digestive enzyme secretion and GI motility.
Antispasmodic
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Digestive support
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Traditional food
Cough
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Constipation
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Pain relief
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Food source (fuki)
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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