Rhizoma Coptidis Extract Berberine

Common side effects include diarrhea, constipation, gas, and upset stomach. When applied to the skin: Berberine is possibly safe for most adults when used short-term. Pregnancy: It’s likely unsafe to take berberine by mouth if you are pregnant. Berberine can cross the placenta and might cause harm to the fetus.

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Berberine extract, also known as berberine, is a quaternary ammonium alkaloid isolated from the traditional Chinese medicine Coptis chinensis, and is the main active ingredient of Coptis antibacterial. It is a yellow needle-like crystal with a bitter taste. It is widely distributed in the plant kingdom, and berberine is found in about 4 families and 10 genera. First obtained from Xanthoxylonclava bark by M.-E. Chavallier and G. Pertin in 1826