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Centella (Ji Xue Cao) Tincture

A traditional tincture preparation using Centella (Ji Xue Cao) (Centella asiatica), addressing memory, wound healing, skin health.

tincturestcmIntermediate⏱ 4–6 weeks (steeping)Shelf life: 1–2 years in a dark glass bottleDosage: 20–40 drops in water, 2–3× daily

Generated from this herb's full profile — safety warnings, contraindications, and sourcing.

Benefits

MemoryWound HealingSkin HealthCirculationADHDAutism Spectrum Disorder

Ingredients

  • Centella (Ji Xue Cao) — As needed

Instructions

  1. Pack dried Centella (Ji Xue Cao) into a jar and cover with 40–60% alcohol.
  2. Seal and steep for 4–6 weeks, shaking daily.
  3. Strain and store in a dark dropper bottle.

Interactions & contraindications

Centella (Ji Xue Cao)

Full profile
  • Pre-surgery — discontinue at least 2 weeks prior (potential antiplatelet effect)

No herb-specific pregnancy/child safety research is documented for Centella (Ji Xue Cao) in our references — the guidance below is based on its general effect category, not research on Centella (Ji Xue Cao) itself. Always confirm with a midwife, doctor, or pediatrician.

Pregnancy

Use Caution

This herb has blood-thinning (antiplatelet/anticoagulant) activity. These are generally used cautiously in pregnancy and are typically discontinued in the weeks before delivery due to bleeding risk — this is a general, mechanism-based caution, not herb-specific research.

Breastfeeding

Likely Safe

Blood-thinning herbs are generally considered lower-risk during breastfeeding than in late pregnancy, though caution is still reasonable, especially at concentrated doses.

Children

Use Caution

Blood-thinning herbs are generally used cautiously in children, particularly around any planned surgery or dental work.

Sedatives, liver-metabolized medications

Additive sedative effect; rare liver enzyme changes reported with prolonged use.