Gentianae Radix ET Rhizoma (Long Dan Cao)

Alias:
Gentiana, Gentiana Root, Bitter Gentian

Properties:
Bitter, Cold

Pharmacological Effects:

• Gentiana (Lóng Dǎn Cǎo) has the effects of clearing heat, drying dampness, draining fire, and detoxifying. It is commonly used to treat jaundice, cholecystitis, hepatitis, and other liver and gallbladder disorders caused by damp-heat.
• Gentiana has a strong heat-clearing and detoxifying effect, effectively relieving symptoms such as jaundice, yellow urine, and bitter taste in the mouth caused by internal damp-heat.
• Gentiana also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, inhibiting the growth of a variety of pathogens, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
• Gentiana promotes bile secretion, helps eliminate toxins from the body, and improves gallbladder function. It is often used to treat gallbladder obstructions caused by gallstones.
• Additionally, Gentiana has a certain blood sugar-lowering effect and can improve insulin sensitivity, making it useful for adjunctive treatment in diabetes.