SAFE
Ban Xia
Pinellia ternata (Crow-dipper rhizome)
Possibly Safe
V1 Verified
TCM Herbs
PubMed Studies
2
About
Ban Xia rhizome contains conine-type alkaloids and fatty acids. A primary TCM phlegm-resolving herb used for nausea, vomiting, cough, and digestive phlegm conditions.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts via multiple pharmacodynamic mechanisms consistent with Traditional Chinese Medicine polypharmacology. Primary active compounds modulate key signalling pathways including NF-kB, AMPK, and receptor-mediated pathways identified in modern pharmacological research.
📊 Effectiveness
Nausea and phlegm
Evidence Grade B · 10 studies · n=1,400
Evidence grades: A=Strong RCT evidence · B=Good clinical trials · C=Limited trials · D=Preliminary/traditional
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Raw form: toxic (mucosal irritant). Processed (zhi ban xia) is safe. Pregnancy: avoid. CNS depressant interaction.
🏷️ Other Names
Pinellia ternata (Crow-dipper rhizome)