Fresh ginger 生薑
Pharmaceutical nameZingiberis Rhizoma Recens
The three axes are assessed independently and are never combined into a single score.
KTKP records the origin species as Zingiber officinale Rosc.. It has not yet been cross-checked against the Korean Pharmacopoeia, so the identification confidence is not raised to an official code mapping. The same drug appears under 3 records as name variants. The same source species also yields 7 other separately registered drug(s) (Zingiberis Rhizoma Siccus, Zingiberis Exocarpium, Zingiberis Rhizoma, Zingiberis Succus, Zingiberis Farinae, Zingiberis Rhizoma Alba, Zingiberis Rhizoma Praeparata), which must not be conflated. The name most used for this taxon in current literature is Zingiber officinale. Literature searches for this herb also cover Zingiber officinalis — the same taxon appears under several names.
Tradition · what the text describes
탕액편
The sub-section within this volume has not been verified against the original text yet.
The KTKP traditional materia medica record (M0001863) gives the origin species as Zingiber officinale Rosc., the part used as 뿌리줄기, and the properties as 무독(無毒), 신(辛), 온(溫). It lists 비(脾), 위(胃), 폐(肺) as the channels entered. The same record cites the Donguibogam (1613) as the source for its indications.
Properties & channel entry: 무독(無毒), 신(辛), 온(溫) · 비(脾), 위(胃), 폐(肺)
Source species: Zingiber officinale Rosc. (뿌리줄기)
Modern · documented evidence
Nauseaevidence for this indication
- An A grade requires checking that the conclusions are consistent. Read the abstracts — counts alone cannot establish an A.
- The indication was derived automatically from the Condition field of 9 registered trial(s). It reflects what is currently being studied, not a traditional use, and a curator should confirm the label is apt.
Literature
SR 18 · RCT 13 · preclinical 19
18 systematic review(s) and 13 randomized controlled trial(s) were found.
Query used
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SRC:MED AND ((TITLE_ABS:"Zingiber officinale") OR (TITLE_ABS:"Zingiber officinalis")) AND TITLE_ABS:"Nausea"- Pharmacological properties of ginger (Zingiber officinale): what do meta-analyses say? a systematic review. (2025 · Systematic Review; systematic-review; Journal Article)
- Treatment of Nausea and Vomiting With Zingiber officinale in Pregnancy: An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews With Meta-Synthesis. (2026 · Review; Journal Article)
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale) and Zingerone Antioxidant Properties Studied Using Hydrodynamic Voltammetry, Zingerone Crystal Structure and Density Functional Theory (DFT)-Results Support Zingerone Experimental Catalytic Behavior Similar to Superoxide Dismutases (SODs). (2025 · research-article; Journal Article)
- Pharmacological Potential of Ginger: Bioactive Constituents, Anti-Inflammatory Mechanisms, and Rheumatoid Arthritis. (2026 · Journal Article)
- Ginger as a low-cost option for postoperative nausea and vomiting prevention after laparoscopic surgery in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol. (2026 · Journal Article)
- Antibacterial activity of essential oil from Zingiber officinale Roscoe against Xanthomonas strains: chemical composition and docking study of α-zingiberene. (2025 · Journal Article)
- Insights into biological activities profile of gingerols and shogaols for potential pharmacological applications. (2025 · Review; Journal Article)
- Ginger (2006 · Review)
Clinical trials
- NCT03370328 — COMPLETED · NA
- NCT04478630 — TERMINATED · NA
- NCT01887314 — COMPLETED · NA
- NCT00040742 — COMPLETED · PHASE2, PHASE3
- NCT02701491 — COMPLETED · PHASE2
Postoperative Nausea and Vomitingevidence for this indication
- An A grade requires checking that the conclusions are consistent. Read the abstracts — counts alone cannot establish an A.
- The indication was derived automatically from the Condition field of 8 registered trial(s). It reflects what is currently being studied, not a traditional use, and a curator should confirm the label is apt.
Literature
SR 5 · RCT 5 · preclinical 0
5 systematic review(s) and 5 randomized controlled trial(s) were found.
Query used
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SRC:MED AND ((TITLE_ABS:"Zingiber officinale") OR (TITLE_ABS:"Zingiber officinalis")) AND TITLE_ABS:"Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting"- Ginger as a low-cost option for postoperative nausea and vomiting prevention after laparoscopic surgery in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol. (2026 · Journal Article)
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) preparations for prophylaxis of postoperative nausea and vomiting: A Bayesian network meta-analysis. (2023 · Network Meta-Analysis; Journal Article)
- Using Ginger Oil to Treat Nausea and Vomiting Following Breast Augmentation Surgery. (2023 · Randomized Controlled Trial; Journal Article)
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale): An alternative for the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting. A meta-analysis. (2018 · Meta-Analysis; Journal Article)
- Herbal medications for anxiety, depression, pain, nausea and vomiting related to preoperative surgical patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. (2019 · Meta-Analysis; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Systematic Review; systematic-review; Journal Article)
- Effects of preoperative administration of ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) on postoperative nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. (2018 · research-article; Journal Article)
- The efficacy of ginger added to ondansetron for preventing postoperative nausea and vomiting in ambulatory surgery. (2014 · research-article; Journal Article)
- Ginger does not prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic surgery. (2003 · Clinical Trial; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Randomized Controlled Trial; Journal Article)
Clinical trials
- NCT06320613 — UNKNOWN · NA
- NCT02732379 — COMPLETED · NA
- NCT07315412 — NOT_YET_RECRUITING · NA
- NCT04874298 — UNKNOWN · NA
- NCT07190495 — RECRUITING · PHASE4
Vomitingevidence for this indication
- An A grade requires checking that the conclusions are consistent. Read the abstracts — counts alone cannot establish an A.
- The indication was derived automatically from the Condition field of 8 registered trial(s). It reflects what is currently being studied, not a traditional use, and a curator should confirm the label is apt.
Literature
SR 17 · RCT 11 · preclinical 10
17 systematic review(s) and 11 randomized controlled trial(s) were found.
Query used
We publish the exact query behind these counts so you can reproduce them yourself.
SRC:MED AND ((TITLE_ABS:"Zingiber officinale") OR (TITLE_ABS:"Zingiber officinalis")) AND TITLE_ABS:"Vomiting"- Pharmacological properties of ginger (Zingiber officinale): what do meta-analyses say? a systematic review. (2025 · Systematic Review; systematic-review; Journal Article)
- Treatment of Nausea and Vomiting With Zingiber officinale in Pregnancy: An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews With Meta-Synthesis. (2026 · Review; Journal Article)
- Ginger as a low-cost option for postoperative nausea and vomiting prevention after laparoscopic surgery in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol. (2026 · Journal Article)
- Ginger (2012 · Review)
- An overview of 6-shogaol: new insights into its pharmacological properties and potential therapeutic activities. (2024 · Review; Journal Article)
- Dietary agents in the prevention of radiation-induced nausea and vomiting (RINV): review addressing the scientific observations, benefits, lacunae and future direction. (2024 · Review; Journal Article)
- Effect of Zingiber Officinale in the Management of Nausea and Vomiting Induced by Treatment With Cisplatin Associated With Radiotherapy: A Randomized Controlled Trial. (2023 · Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; research-article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Journal Article)
- Role of Ginger in management of nausea among patients receiving chemotherapy. (2024 · research-article; Journal Article)
Clinical trials
- NCT04478630 — TERMINATED · NA
- NCT01887314 — COMPLETED · NA
- NCT00040742 — COMPLETED · PHASE2, PHASE3
- NCT02701491 — COMPLETED · PHASE2
- NCT00537875 — COMPLETED · NA
Safety
auto-proposed · unreviewed
- This signal was read off the NCCIH text by keyword rules. A curator must read the source and confirm it.
- The KTKP record states the following traditional contraindication: 표허자한(表虛自汗) 및 음허내열자(陰虛內熱者)와 열증(熱證)(옹창(癰瘡), 치창(痔瘡), 임부(姙婦), 위열인통(胃熱咽痛)) 등에 기(忌)한다.
- NCCIH states: · Ginger can have side effects such as abdominal discomfort, heartburn, diarrhea, and mouth and throat irritation when taken orally.
- NCCIH states: · The use of ginger dietary supplements during pregnancy may be safe.
- NCCIH states: As with all herbal supplements, if you’re considering using ginger while pregnant, consult your health care provider.
- NCCIH states: Little is known about whether it’s safe to use ginger while breastfeeding.
Adverse-event and toxicity literature
This is not a finding of harm — it lists literature that is retrievable. Read the papers to decide.
- Network Pharmacology Reveals the Mechanism of Sini Decoction Against Aconitum carmichaelii Debeaux-Induced Cardiotoxicity. (2026 · Journal Article)
- Comparative pre- and post-treatment effects of aqueous Zingiber officinale Lsfunction in wistar rats: insights into NF-κB, Nrf2, and caspase-3 pathways. (2026 · Comparative Study; Journal Article)
- Evaluating the hepatotoxicity and nephrotoxicity of herbal medicine on swiss albino mice: an in-vivo, in-vitro and in-silico insights. (2026 · Journal Article)
- Ginger as a nutraceutical shield: Counteracting acrylamide-induced liver injury. (2026 · Editorial)
- Combining Atorvastatin with Dietary Agents to Manage Dyslipidaemia and Drug-induced Adverse Events: A First Reflective Narrative Review of Current Findings and Potential Directions. (2026 · Journal Article)
Interaction literature
This lists literature that is retrievable — it is not a judgement that an interaction exists. Read the papers to decide.
- Prevalence, associated factors, and safety implications of prehospital herbal medicine use in Southwestern, Ethiopia. (2025 · research-article; Journal Article)
- Ginger as a Modulator of Drug Metabolizing Enzymes and Transporters: Potential Implications for Herb-Drug Interactions. (2026 · Review; Journal Article)
- Ginger and Its Purified Major Components Inhibit Clinically Relevant Uptake and Efflux Transporters In Vitro. (2026 · research-article; Journal Article)
- Herbal Medicines and Drugs Interactions: Cytochrome P450 Responsibility. (2026 · Review; Journal Article)
- Safety Aspects of Herb Interactions: Current Understanding and Future Prospects. (2024 · Review; Journal Article)
Sources
- KTKP materia medica (15002148) (fetched 2026-08-27)
- Europe PMC REST (fetched 2026-08-28)
- ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 (fetched 2026-08-28)
- Europe PMC REST (fetched 2026-08-28)
- ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 (fetched 2026-08-28)
- Europe PMC REST (fetched 2026-08-28)
- ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 (fetched 2026-08-28)
- KTKP materia medica (15002148) (fetched 2026-08-27)
- NCCIH Herbs at a Glance (fetched 2026-08-27)
Bridges from here
- In formulas
- 성비산 · 시호계지탕 · 육울탕 · 삼미삼유탕 · 사수음 · 청신익기탕 · 일복산
- Related patterns
- Depressive disorder · Neck stiffness disorder · Dampness-heat pattern · Middle yang stage pattern · Middle yin stage pattern · Late yin stage pattern · Qi deficiency pattern · Yang collapse pattern · Spleen qi deficiency pattern