Long Dan Cao-wortel en wortelstok van gentiaan-Radix Gentianae

Long Dan Cao, known as Gentiana scabra, is a powerful heat-clearing and dampness-draining herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is primarily used to drain excess Liver and Gallbladder Fire, clear damp-heat from the lower body, and detoxify. Long Dan Cao is frequently prescribed for conditions such as jaundice, hepatitis, red eyes, migraines, genital itching, urinary discomfort, and high blood pressure.

Functies en voordelen

Drains Liver Fire and Clears Heat
Behandelt effectief red, painful eyes, migraines, dizziness, and irritability caused by excess Liver Fire.

Clears Damp-Heat from the Liver and Gallbladder
Gebruikt voor jaundice, hepatitis, gallbladder inflammation, and bitter taste in the mouth.

Expels Damp-Heat from the Lower Burner
Behandelt urinary tract infections (UTIs), painful urination, genital itching, and vaginal discharge caused by damp-heat accumulation.

Detoxifies and Reduces Swelling
Helpt bij boils, abscesses, and inflammatory skin conditions associated with heat toxicity.

Indicaties
Mensen die red, painful eyes, migraines, or dizziness from Liver Fire
Personen met jaundice, hepatitis, or gallbladder inflammation
Patients suffering from UTIs, genital itching, or excessive vaginal discharge
Degenen met heat-toxin-related skin infections, boils, or abscesses

Diagnose van tong en pols in TCM
Tong: Red with a yellow greasy coating (indicating damp-heat and excess fire)
Pols: Rapid, wiry, and slippery (suggesting Liver Fire and damp-heat)

Common TCM Patterns Treated by Long Dan Cao
Levervuur rijst – Red eyes, headaches, irritability, dizziness
Damp-Heat in the Liver and Gallbladder – Jaundice, bitter taste, digestive discomfort
Vochtige warmte in de onderste Jiao – UTIs, genital infections, excessive vaginal discharge

Voorzorgsmaatregelen en contra-indicaties
Niet geschikt voor personen met Spleen and Stomach deficiency or cold conditions.
Voorzichtig gebruiken in patients with weak digestion, as it is bitter and cooling.
Avoid long-term use, as excessive consumption may lead to digestive discomfort.

Conclusie
Long Dan Cao is a potent heat-clearing and damp-draining herb in TCM, valued for its ability to detoxify, regulate Liver Fire, and treat damp-heat conditions. Its effectiveness in addressing infections, jaundice, migraines, and urinary disorders makes it a crucial herb for restoring balance and eliminating excess heat.