These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement or herbal regimen.

Back to Herbs

Platycodon Grandiflorus

Respiratory

Platycodon grandiflorus

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

East Asian bellflower root used in TCM and Korean Hanbang for respiratory conditions including cough, sore throat, and tonsillitis.

Active Compounds

platycodin Dpolygalacinplatycosidesplatycodigenin

Traditional Uses

treatment of cough and sore throat in TCM
lung qi descending herb
treatment of abscesses and throat infections

Modern Uses

expectorant
anti-inflammatory
immune modulating

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, tincture, capsule
Adult Dose: 3-9g dried root decoction or 400mg saponin extract
Child Dose: 1-3g tea for older children
Preparation Notes: Decoction 15 min; pickled root eaten as Kimchi in Korea.

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

hemoptysis - may worsen
pregnancy

Possible Side Effects

nausea at high doses
mild GI upset

Calculate Dose Check Interactions

Command Palette