Japanese Pagodatree Flower Bud — Safety & Interactions
Huai Hua · Flos Sophorae
Contraindications
- Cold deficiency bleeding without heat
- Weak digestion with significant loose stools if large cooling doses are used
Cautions
- Huai Hua is generally well tolerated, but serious unexplained bleeding should be medically evaluated rather than self-treated.
- Raw and charred forms are not fully interchangeable in traditional use.
- 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 interaction risk when concentrated extracts are used | |||
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.