PubMed Studies
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About
Di Ding contains alkaloids and flavonoids with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumour effects. Used for carbuncles, abscesses, and snake bites in TCM.
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.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Limited clinical data. Generally well tolerated at tea doses.
🏷️ Other Names
Viola yedoensis (Yedoen violet)