TCM

Codonopsis

Codonopsis pilosula (Dang Shen)

Tradition of Use: TCM

Mechanism of Action

Qi tonic, adaptogenic, immunomodulating, digestive tonic, blood building

Key Conditions & Uses

Fatigue

digestive weakness

immune support

anemia

stress

lung weakness

Preparation

Decoction, tincture, capsule

Dosage

9-30g dried root in decoction

Active Compounds

Polysaccharides, saponins, alkaloids, inulin

Interactions

May interact with immunosuppressants; theoretically with diabetes medications

Contraindications

None significant

Evidence Level & Clinical Notes

Evidence Level:

Limited - traditional use; some immunomodulating evidence

Clinical Notes:

Poor man's ginseng; milder and cheaper than Panax; sweet; safe; builds Qi

Conditions This Helps

Chronic Fatigue / Fibromyalgia Chronic EBV / Mono Reactivation

Quick Overview

TraditionTCM

GBS Score68/100

Key Uses6

Key Points

Evidence-based information

Traditional wisdom

Safety information

Clinical applications

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