Qing Hao (Sweet Wormwood) 1:2 (OptimalRx)

Artemisia annua. Qing Hao (Sweet Wormwood) is a potent bitter antimicrobial herb traditionally used in Chinese medicine to clear heat, resolve lingering pathogenic influences, and support the body during infectious illnesses. It has a particular affinity for the blood and liver and is renowned for its use in conditions characterised by intermittent or cyclical fevers. Traditionally regarded as a specific herb for parasitic and microbial infections, Qing Hao supports healthy immune function while helping to reduce heat, inflammation, and constitutional symptoms associated with chronic infectious states. Its cooling, bitter nature makes it particularly suited to hot, inflammatory presentations accompanied by irritability, thirst, night sweats, or recurrent fever. Traditional Use Used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine to clear deficient heat, relieve recurrent fevers, support recovery from infectious illness, and address parasitic disorders affecting the blood, liver, and digestive system. Actions Antimicrobial, antiparasitic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunomodulatory, bitter tonic Indications • Intermittent or cyclical fevers • Parasitic infections • Microbial infections involving the blood, liver, or gastrointestinal tract • Post-infectious inflammatory states • Night sweats and heat associated with chronic illness Energetics Cooling, bitter, aromatic Use in Pregnancy Not recommended during pregnancy unless under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner. Contraindications & Cautions Use cautiously in individuals with marked coldness, weak digestion, or Spleen Qi deficiency. Excessive use may aggravate digestive weakness in susceptible individuals. Drug Interactions Use caution alongside antimalarial medications, immunomodulating therapies, or medications metabolised by the liver. Dietary Information Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free. Substitutes Wormwood, Andrographis, Olive Leaf, Isatis, Houttuynia