Zhi Mu

Anemarrhena asphodeloides

Family: Asparagaceae Evidence: C decoctioncapsule

TCM heat-clearing and yin-nourishing herb — for high fever, night sweats, diabetes, and dry cough. Contains mangiferin (anti-diabetic) and timosaponins (anti-inflammatory). Often paired with Huang Bai (Phellodendron) in Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Spleen deficiency with diarrhea (cold, cloying herb).

Interactions

Diabetes meds, sedatives.

Side Effects

GI upset, diarrhea. Cold herb — may worsen cold constitutions.

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