Dung Beetle — Safety & Interactions
Qiang Lang · Catharsius molossus
Contraindicated / High risk. Use only under practitioner supervision.
Contraindications
- Pregnancy
- Weak, elderly, or fluid-depleted patients without a clear excess accumulation pattern
- Diarrhea or loose stools without constipation or focal obstruction
- Known allergy to insect-derived medicinals
Cautions
- Qiang Lang is a toxic, strongly attacking insect medicine and is not appropriate for casual self-use or wellness-style supplementation.
- Human safety data are sparse, and authenticated sourcing is essential because contamination, spoilage, and adulteration risks are higher than for common plant herbs.
- MSK page not found - drug interaction data not available from Memorial Sloan Kettering integrative medicine database
Drug Interactions
| Drug Class / Substrate | Mechanism | Severity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs - theoretical additive fibrinolytic or bleeding risk based on preclinical protease research | |||
Pregnancy
Not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a qualified practitioner before any use.
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal medicines, especially if you take prescription medications.