Tu Si Zi

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Other Names : Semen Cuscutae , 菟丝子, Chinese Dodder Seeds, Cuscuta

Special Precautions of Tu Si Zi

  • Contraindicated for those with Deficient Yin with Heat signs.
  • Contraindicated for those with constipation.
  • Contraindicated for those with scanty, dark urine.
  • Contraindicated for those with a constant erection.

Benefits and uses of Tu Si Zi are

  • Tonify kidneys, strengthens yin, secures essence, reserves urine - impotence, nocturnal emission, premature ejaculation, tinnitus, frequent urination, sore painful back, vaginal discharge.
  • Tonify kidney and liver, improves vision - liver and kidney yin and yang deficiency patterns with dizziness, tinnitus, blurred vision, floaters, etc.
  • Strengthen the spleen and kidneys - resolve diarrhea.
  • Calms the fetus - important herb for habitual and/or threatened miscarriage.

Used in Patent Medecines