Supplement · China
Berberine
Berberine HCl
Traditional Uses
Traditionally used for
Traditionally prepared as
Traditionally taken 3x daily with meals. Strengths and directions vary by product. Follow the label, and check with a pharmacist before combining with prescription medicine.
This describes how the plant has traditionally been prepared. It is not a dose, and not a recommendation for you. Amounts that suit one person can be wrong for another, and wrong alongside a medicine. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor before taking it.
Safety profile
Avoid in pregnancy. May interact with medications metabolized by CYP3A4.
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This profile is educational. Herbal remedies can be powerful and may interact with medications. Always discuss new supplements with your physician or pharmacist before starting, especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or while taking prescription drugs.