ATRACTYLODES Overview Information
Atractylodes is a plant. People use the root to make medicine.
Atractylodes is used for indigestion, stomachache, bloating, fluid retention, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss due to cancer, allergies to dust mites, and joint pain (rheumatism).
Atractylodes is used with other herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for treating lung cancer (ninjin-yoei-to) and complications of dialysis, a mechanical method for “cleaning the blood” when the kidneys have failed (shenling baizhu san).
How does it work?
Chemicals in atractylodes might improve function of the digestive tract and reduce pain and swelling (inflammation).
ATRACTYLODES Uses & Effectiveness 
Insufficient Evidence for:
- Loss of appetite. Developing research shows that taking a purified atractylodes ingredient called atractylenolide seems to improve appetite in people who have lost weight due to stomach cancer.
- Joint pain (rheumatism).
- Indigestion.
- Stomachache.
- Bloating.
- Edema.
- Diarrhea.
- Other conditions.
ATRACTYLODES Side Effects & Safety
Atractylenolide, a chemical found in atractylodes, seems to be safe when taken in appropriate amounts (1.32 grams daily) for a short period of time (up to seven weeks). It can cause nausea, dry mouth, and leave a bad taste in the mouth.
There isn't enough information to know if other atractylodes products are safe.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of atractylodes during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.Allergy to ragweed and related plants: Atractylodes may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. If you have allergies, be sure to check with your healthcare provider before taking atractylodes.
ATRACTYLODES Interactions
We currently have no information for ATRACTYLODES Interactions
ATRACTYLODES Dosing
The appropriate dose of atractylodes depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for atractylodes. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
