Figwort Root — Safety & Interactions
Xuan Shen · Radix Scrophulariae
Use with caution. Practitioner review recommended before use.
Contraindications
- Spleen-Stomach deficiency cold with loose stools
- Chronic diarrhea without clear heat or dryness
- Use in formulas that intentionally avoid the traditional incompatibility with Li Lu
Cautions
- Xuan Shen is deeply cold and can burden weak digestion if used indiscriminately.
- Because of the old classical incompatibility tradition with Li Lu, formula context matters.
- MSK page not found - drug interaction data not available from Memorial Sloan Kettering integrative medicine database
Drug Interactions
| Drug Class / Substrate | Mechanism | Severity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antithyroid or thyroid-active treatment - theoretical overlap in patients using concentrated extracts for thyroid-related self-care | |||
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.