Herbarium of the Ancients — Detailed Record

Corydalis yanhusuo

Read before use: the information below describes traditional and informational uses — it does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. In case of doubt, pregnancy, breastfeeding, ongoing treatment, or use in children, seek advice before use.

Enhanced precautions for this plant: Plant containing active alkaloids (including tetrahydropalmatine): do not use without advice from a healthcare professional trained in Chinese pharmacopoeia. Not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to its traditional action on blood circulation. Risk of interactions with anticoagulant, sedative, or antihypertensive treatments. Do not administer to children; avoid prolonged self-medication without supervision.

Decoction — Dried tuber (rhizome)

Traditional Yan Hu Suo decoction

The dried tuber, often previously processed with vinegar according to traditional Chinese preparation methods, is gently boiled, usually in combination with other plants within a compound formula. This preparation requires precise dosing and supervision by an experienced practitioner. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

Powder — Dried tuber reduced to powder

Dried tuber powder

The tuber is dried then finely ground to obtain a powder, historically incorporated into compound preparations or taken with warm water. Its isolated use without professional supervision is not recommended due to its alkaloid concentration. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

Tincture — Dried tuber

Traditional alcoholic tincture

The tuber is macerated in alcohol for several weeks to extract the active compounds, a method rarer than decoction, reserved for use supervised by a professional trained in Chinese herbs. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

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