Orientvine Stem

Chinese: 青风藤
Pinyin: Qing Feng Teng
Latin: Caulis Sinomenii

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Known in TCM as Qing Feng Teng (青风藤), this bitter and acrid, neutral herb enters the Liver and Spleen. Traditionally, it dispels Wind-Damp and unblocks the channels and collaterals; treats Bi syndrome with joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and restricted movement, most often applied for rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, and osteoarthritis. Modern research has identified Sinomenine among its active constituents.

Part used: Stem

Also Known As

Sinomenium acutum Chinese Moonseed

Latin: Caulis Sinomenii | Pinyin: Qing Feng Teng | Chinese: 青风藤

TCM Properties

Taste: bitter, acrid
Temperature: neutral
Channels: Liver, Spleen

Traditional Use

Primary Actions

Dispels Wind-Damp and unblocks the channels and collaterals; treats Bi syndrome with joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and restricted movement
Promotes urination and reduces edema, acting as a mild diuretic for swelling associated with Wind-Damp

Secondary Actions

Used since the Han dynasty for rheumatic and arthritic pain, including back pain, muscle and tendon soreness, and hemiplegia

Classical References

Documented since the Han dynasty (202 BCE - 220 CE) as a Wind-Damp-dispelling vine for joint disorders

Modern Research

Active Compounds

Sinomenine (principal alkaloid)
Lignans
Triterpenoid saponins

Studied Effects

Sinomenine shows anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, and analgesic activity in preclinical studies
The sinomenine-based drug Zhengqing Fengtongning shows efficacy for knee osteoarthritis in randomized controlled trials
Widely used clinically for rheumatoid arthritis and neuralgia

PubMed References

The Efficacy and Safety of Zhengqing Fengtongning for Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials

Safety & Interactions

Contraindications

Pregnancy

Cautions

Sinomenine-based preparations have documented allergic reaction risk (skin rash, pruritus) in a subset of patients
Spleen-Stomach Deficiency Cold

Drug Interactions

Theoretical additive immunosuppressive effect with immunosuppressant medications

Conditions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orientvine Stem used for?

Orientvine Stem is traditionally used to Dispels Wind-Damp and unblocks the channels and collaterals; treats Bi syndrome with joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and restricted movement, Promotes urination and reduces edema, acting as a mild diuretic for swelling associated with Wind-Damp. Research has investigated its effects on: Sinomenine shows anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, and analgesic activity in preclinical studies; The sinomenine-based drug Zhengqing Fengtongning shows efficacy for knee osteoarthritis in randomized controlled trials.

What are other names for Orientvine Stem?

Orientvine Stem is also known as Sinomenium acutum, Chinese Moonseed. In TCM: 青风藤 (Qing Feng Teng); Caulis Sinomenii.

Is Orientvine Stem safe during pregnancy?

Orientvine Stem is not recommended during pregnancy.

What are the contraindications for Orientvine Stem?

Orientvine Stem should not be used in: Pregnancy. Consult a qualified practitioner before use.

Does Orientvine Stem interact with any medications?

Orientvine Stem may interact with: Theoretical additive immunosuppressive effect with immunosuppressant medications. Always inform your healthcare provider of any herbal supplements you are taking.