There is usually no apparent harm to the kidneys when goldenseal is used within the drug’s indications and in the correct dosage.
Goldenseal is a traditional Chinese medicine derived from the buttercup plant Goldenseal, which is used as a medicine with dried flowers. It is effective in clearing away heat, detoxifying and reducing swelling. It is used for cold and fever, mouth sores, eye redness and swelling, acute tympanitis, and traumatic infections. The adverse reactions, contraindications and medication precautions of this product are not clear at present.
From the precautions and contraindications of this product, there are no obvious adverse reactions and contraindications to the kidneys. Therefore, when used in accordance with the indications of the drug and in the correct dosage, goldenseal is generally not harmful to the kidneys.
This drug should be used under the guidance of a doctor for better treatment of the disease and prevention of adverse effects.