What are the side effects of Hedyotis diffusa?

Oldenlandia diffusa is a herb commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine formulas. Proper usage is beneficial to the human body and has good anti-tumor and antibacterial effects. If used improperly, Houttuynia cordata may also produce certain side effects.

Side effects of Hedyotis diffusa

Causes menstrual disorders

Houttuynia cordata is cold in nature, and for women during their menstrual period, it may cause menstruation to become disordered and irregular.

Damage to Yang Qi

Long-term use of the cool-natured Houttuynia cordata will cause certain damage to the body's yang energy.

Causes endocrine disorders

Long-term use of Hedyotis diffusa may cause endocrine disorders and have adverse effects on the normal functioning of the body.

Treating kidney disease incorrectly

Undoubtedly, Houttuynia cordata has a certain effect on kidney damage, but it is only for the purpose of clearing away heat and detoxifying, and cannot repair damaged cells.

Effects on low blood pressure

Medical research shows that people with low blood pressure should not use Oldenlandia diffusa.