Coastal Glehnia Root … Safety & Interactions
Bei Sha Shen · Radix Glehniae
Use with caution. Practitioner review recommended before use.
Contraindications
- Cold-damp cough with copious thin sputum and loose stool from Spleen deficiency
- Traditional incompatibility with Li Lu
- Use during radiation therapy because furanocoumarin-containing herbs may increase photosensitivity
Cautions
- The broad Sha Shen name covers more than one crude drug in practice, so authenticated Glehnia littoralis still matters when the cooler, fluid-generating Bei Sha Shen profile is intended.
- Human interaction data remain limited, so medication review should stay conservative when concentrated extracts are used.
Drug Interactions
| Drug Class / Substrate | Mechanism | Severity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theoretical CYP3A4 inhibition may increase exposure to CYP3A4 substrate drugs | |||
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using herbal medicines, especially if you take prescription medications.