What it is
Mai Dong (Ophiopogon) is a traditional Chinese medicine herb, also known as Dwarf Lilyturf, used to nourish lung yin. It is available in capsule form for adult use.
Supplement · Respiratory & Lung Health
Mai Dong (Ophiopogon)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
It works by moistening the lungs to alleviate dryness and cough, and by modulating immune responses to enhance resilience against infections. Its effects on immune markers are dose-dependent and typically observed within 2-6 weeks.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address frequent infections, low immunity, slow recovery. 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?
Immune resilience effects are typically measurable within 2-6 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Mai Dong be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into a broader protocol, but consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medications.
What is 'Lung Yin' in TCM?
Lung Yin refers to the cooling, moistening essence of the lungs in Traditional Chinese Medicine, essential for functions like moistening the airways and preventing dryness.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for immune resilience
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Editorial notes
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About Mai Dong (Ophiopogon)
Mai Dong (Ophiopogon) is a respiratory & lung health supplement used to support immune resilience. Dwarf lilyturf for lung-yin, dryness and cough. 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. Mai Dong (Ophiopogon) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the immune system, lymphatic system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 2-6 weeks for immune resilience. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Mai Dong (Ophiopogon) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for immune resilience. Dwarf lilyturf for lung-yin, dryness and cough. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 2-6 weeks for immune resilience, 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 frequent infections, low immunity, slow recovery. 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 Respiratory & Lung Health category, Mai Dong (Ophiopogon) 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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