Chinese Cinnamon

Cinnamomum cassia

Family: Lauraceae Evidence: B decoctionpowdercapsule

TCM variety of cinnamon — warming kidney yang tonic. Contains MORE coumarin than Ceylon cinnamon. Prefer Ceylon for daily supplementation; Cassia for TCM formulas.

Safety Profile

PregnancyLikely Safe
BreastfeedingLikely Safe
PediatricSafe

Contraindications

Liver disease (high coumarin). Bleeding disorders.

Interactions

May interact with diabetes meds, blood thinners, hepatotoxic drugs.

Side Effects

Safe in culinary amounts. Supplement doses: liver concerns from coumarin.

Surgery: Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery.
Liver: CASSIA has 250x more coumarin than Ceylon — hepatotoxic with long-term high-dose use.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.