What medication should be taken for damp-heat in the lower jiao?
Aug 27, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Sun Lianqing
Introduction
In general, patients with damp-heat in the lower jiao may use medications under the guidance of a physician. Commonly used medications include Simiao Pills, Sanjin Tablets, Bazheng Granules, Longqing Tablets, and Fufang Shiwei Capsules. In addition, patients with damp-heat in the lower jiao may use other appropriate medications under the guidance of a physician. During treatment, patients should drink plenty of water to promote urination, maintain a light diet, and avoid spicy or irritating foods.
Under normal circumstances, patients with damp-heat in the lower jiao can use medications under the guidance of a physician. Commonly used medications include Simiao Pills, Sanjin Tablets, Bazheng Granules, Longqing Tablets, and Compound Shewei Capsules. A detailed explanation is as follows:
1. Simiao Pills
Composed of ingredients such as Atractylodes, Phellodendron, and Coix seed, Simiao Pills have the effect of clearing heat and eliminating dampness. They are effective for treating bi syndrome caused by damp-heat descending, characterized by red and swollen knees, pain in the muscles and bones, as well as yellow or dark-colored urine and heaviness in the lower limbs caused by damp-heat in the lower jiao, making them suitable for patients with damp-heat in the lower jiao.
2. Sanjin Tablets
Sанjin Tablets contain traditional Chinese herbs such as Smilax root, Chinese rose, and Yangkai kou. They can clear heat, detoxify, remove dampness, promote urination, and benefit the kidneys. They help alleviate heat-induced dysuria caused by damp-heat in the lower jiao, characterized by short, dark urine, painful or difficult urination, and urgency or frequent urination. They can help regulate urinary discomfort caused by damp-heat in the lower jiao and should be taken under a physician's guidance.
3. Bazheng Granules
Bazheng Granules are made from ingredients such as Dianthus, Plantago seeds, and Polygonum aviculare. They have functions of clearing heat, promoting diuresis, and relieving dysuria. They are suitable for conditions such as short, dark urine, painful or difficult urination, and dry mouth and throat caused by damp-heat descending. They are particularly appropriate for urinary system problems caused by damp-heat in the lower jiao.
4. Longqing Tablets
Longqing Tablets contain Alisma, Plantago seeds, Patrinia, and other ingredients. They can clear heat, detoxify, cool the blood, and promote urination. They are used to treat heat-induced dysuria caused by damp-heat in the lower jiao, characterized by frequent urination, urgency, painful urination, back pain, and a feeling of pressure in the lower abdomen. They help regulate these symptoms caused by damp-heat in the lower jiao.
5. Compound Shewei Capsules
Compound Shewei Capsules are composed of Pyrrosia, Astragalus, Sophora, and other ingredients. They have the effects of clearing heat, removing dampness, promoting diuresis, and relieving dysuria. They are specifically used for conditions such as difficult urination, frequent urination, urgency, painful urination, and acute glomerulonephritis or pyelonephritis associated with damp-heat descending syndrome. They are one of the commonly used medications for damp-heat in the lower jiao.
In addition, patients with damp-heat in the lower jiao may also use other suitable medications under the guidance of a physician. At the same time, patients should drink more water during treatment to promote urination, maintain a light diet, and avoid spicy and irritating foods.
