What it is
Bai Mao Gen (Imperata cylindrica) is a TCM herb used to clear heat and resolve toxicity. It is traditionally employed for conditions involving urinary heat and bleeding.
Supplement · Kidney, Bladder & Urinary Health
Bai Mao Gen (Imperata)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
urinary-tract-inflammationhematuriaedema kidneyurinary tractliver
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How it works
This herb acts as a diuretic, promoting urine flow to help eliminate waste products. It also possesses anti-inflammatory properties that may reduce irritation in the urinary tract and liver.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address sluggish detox, fatigue, skin breakouts. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take to see results from Bai Mao Gen?
Effects on urinary symptoms or mild edema may be noticed within 2-4 weeks of consistent use. Detoxification markers might take 4-8 weeks.
Can Bai Mao Gen be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be combined with other TCM herbs or supplements for liver and kidney support. Consult a practitioner for personalized stacking advice.
Are there any common side effects?
Side effects are rare at recommended doses. Some individuals may experience mild gastrointestinal upset when first starting the supplement.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination
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Editorial notes
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About Bai Mao Gen (Imperata)
Bai Mao Gen (Imperata) is a kidney, bladder & urinary health supplement used to support liver detoxification and elimination. Cogon-grass root for urinary heat and bleeding. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a tcm-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Bai Mao Gen (Imperata) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the liver, kidneys, lymphatic system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-8 weeks for detox markers. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Bai Mao Gen (Imperata) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination. Cogon-grass root for urinary heat and bleeding. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-8 weeks for detox markers, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 500 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address sluggish detox, fatigue, skin breakouts. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Kidney, Bladder & Urinary Health category, Bai Mao Gen (Imperata) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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