Can Duanxu (Herba Siegesbeckiae) be used together with Cornus officinalis (Shanzhuyu)?

　　Duanxu usually refers to Xuduan, which is a type of traditional Chinese medicinal herb. Xuduan can typically be used together with Cornus officinalis (Shanzhuyu). It is recommended to follow medical advice for proper medication use.

　　Xuduan has functions of nourishing the liver and kidneys, strengthening tendons and bones, promoting healing of fractures and traumatic injuries, and stopping excessive uterine bleeding. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as liver and kidney deficiency, soreness and weakness of the waist and knees, rheumatic pain, injuries from falls or blows, and tendon or bone injuries. Cornus officinalis nourishes the liver and kidneys and has an astringent effect, commonly used for treating dizziness, tinnitus, sore and painful waist and knees, impotence and premature ejaculation, frequent urination or bedwetting, metrorrhagia, and leukorrhea. Both Xuduan and Cornus officinalis act on the liver and kidney meridians and are generally suitable for combined use, which can enhance their liver and kidney tonic effects.

　　Xuduan is particularly effective in healing fractures and traumatic injuries and in stopping excessive uterine bleeding, while Cornus officinalis is especially effective in its astringent and consolidating properties. Together, they complement each other and can be used to treat various conditions caused by liver and kidney deficiency. In traditional Chinese clinical practice, Xuduan and Cornus officinalis are often combined with other herbs to treat liver and kidney deficiency, soreness and weakness of the waist and knees, seminal emission, spermatorrhea, enuresis, frequent urination, metrorrhagia, and leukorrhea. Their combined use can also enhance immune function and promote recovery.

　　It is recommended to adjust the appropriate dosage according to the patient's specific condition and constitution under the guidance of a qualified TCM practitioner. A balanced diet should also be maintained during treatment, avoiding spicy and irritating foods such as hot pot and chili peppers.

　　References:

　　[1] Guan Chao, Shang Qingxin. Research Progress on the Mechanism of Action of Xuduan and Its Extracts in the Treatment of Osteoarthritis [J]. Jiangsu Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2025, 57(03): 83-86.

　　[2] Zhu Zhaoceng, Lu Ronghua, Chen Mengdi, et al. Effects of Total Glycosides of Cornus Officinalis on Antioxidant Activity and Immune Function in Cyprinus carpio Induced by CT [J]. Journal of Fisheries of China, 2025, 49(03): 205-214.