Ze Xie, known as Alisma orientale, is a dampness-draining and water-metabolism-regulating herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is commonly used to promote urination, clear heat, reduce edema, and support kidney health. Ze Xie is frequently prescribed for conditions such as urinary difficulty, fluid retention, dizziness, high cholesterol, and kidney-related heat syndromes.
Functions & Benefits
Drains Dampness and Promotes UrinationEffectively treats edema, urinary retention, and difficulty urinating caused by damp accumulation.
Clears Damp-Heat from the Lower JiaoUsed for urinary tract infections (UTIs), burning urination, and excessive vaginal discharge related to damp-heat.
Reduces Dizziness and Clears Turbid DampnessHelps with vertigo, dizziness, and sluggishness caused by damp stagnation affecting the Spleen and Kidneys.
Supports Kidney Function and Reduces HeatTraditionally used for kidney-related heat syndromes, night sweats, and excessive thirst.
IndicationsIndividuals experiencing edema, urinary difficulty, or fluid retentionPeople suffering from UTIs, frequent burning urination, or damp-heat in the lower bodyPatients with dizziness, vertigo, or foggy-headedness caused by dampness accumulationThose with kidney Yin deficiency symptoms such as night sweats or excessive thirst
Tongue & Pulse Diagnosis in TCMTongue: Greasy yellow or white coating (indicating damp accumulation)Pulse: Slippery and rapid (suggesting damp-heat)
Common TCM Patterns Treated by Ze XieDamp Accumulation in the Lower Jiao – Urinary difficulty, edema, bloatingDamp-Heat in the Urinary Bladder – UTIs, burning urination, excess vaginal dischargeTurbid Dampness Obstructing the Middle Burner – Dizziness, vertigo, sluggish digestion
Precautions & ContraindicationsNot suitable for individuals with excessive urination or weak Kidney Yang.Avoid use in cases of severe deficiency with cold symptoms.Use with caution in pregnancy due to its strong draining properties.
ConclusionZe Xie is a potent dampness-draining and urination-promoting herb in TCM, valued for its ability to clear heat, support kidney health, reduce edema, and alleviate urinary difficulties. Its strong water-regulating effects make it essential for damp-heat conditions, kidney imbalances, and fluid retention disorders.
