Long Dan Cao-Radix Gentianae-Chinese Gentian

Long Dan Cao 龙胆草 Chinese Gentian is a powerful heat-clearing herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). These dried root and rhizome pieces are prized for their intensely bitter taste and cold properties with heat-clearing and dampness-drying effects.

Key Benefits

• Traditionally used to clear liver and gallbladder damp-heat.
• May help drain fire and relieve irritability.
• Commonly used to treat jaundice, red eyes, and genital itching.

Product Specifications

• Appearance: Yellowish-brown root pieces with intensely bitter taste.

Usage Methods

• Herbal Decoction: Simmer 3-9g with water for 15-20 minutes.
• Powdered Form: Mix with warm water as gentle tonic.

Storage

• Store in airtight container and keep it in a cool and dark place.
• Shelf life 36 months.

Safety Notes

• Not recommended for those with spleen and stomach deficiency cold.
• Avoid during pregnancy due to its strong descending properties.
• This product does not make medical claims.