What it is
Jin Qian Cao, also known as Lysimachia or gold-coin grass, is a traditional Chinese herb used to support kidney and gallbladder function. It is available in capsule form for adult use.
Supplement · Kidney, Bladder & Urinary Health
Jin Qian Cao (Lysimachia)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
kidney-stonesindigestionurinary-tract-infections kidneyliver
Affiliate link · we earn from qualifying purchases. No paid placements.
How it works
This herb is believed to exert litholytic effects, aiding in the dissolution of kidney and gallstones. It also acts as a diuretic, promoting urine flow and assisting in the elimination of waste products via the kidneys 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
Can Jin Qian Cao help pass existing kidney stones?
Jin Qian Cao is traditionally used to help break down and facilitate the passage of kidney stones, but its effectiveness depends on stone size and individual response. Consult a doctor for medical advice regarding stone management.
How long does it take to see results?
For markers related to detoxification and elimination, effects may become noticeable within 4-8 weeks of consistent daily use.
Are there any side effects?
Side effects are uncommon 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
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Jin Qian Cao (Lysimachia) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Jin Qian Cao (Lysimachia)
Jin Qian Cao (Lysimachia) is a kidney, bladder & urinary health supplement used to support liver detoxification and elimination. Gold-coin grass for kidney and gallstones. 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. Jin Qian Cao (Lysimachia) 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
Jin Qian Cao (Lysimachia) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination. Gold-coin grass for kidney and gallstones. 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, Jin Qian Cao (Lysimachia) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
Added to your stack.