> Supplement Index > Barberry / Berberis Vulgaris / Berberis aristata / Berberidis / Berberry / Daruharidra / European Barberry / Jaundice Berry / Pepperidge Rush / Sowberry / Wood Tumeric > Barberry General Information Barberry Uses & Scientific Evidence For Barberry Dosage Information Barberry Safety & Interaction Information Buy Barberry Supplements and Products - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Barberry General Information In ancient times, Egyptian pharaohs and queens took Barberry with fennel seed to ward off the plague. Early physicians thought the yellow wood of common Barberry could most likely be used for jaundice. They believed this on the basis of a theory called the doctrine of signatures, which held that a plants appearance or other characteristics were a sign of the type of disease or injury it would cure. Native American Indians used this herb in cases of general debility and to improve the appetite. The colonists used the root as a bitter tonic. In traditional folk medicine, Barberry is used to treat diarrhea, reduce fever, improve appetite, relieve upset stomach, and increase energy. This herb contains active substances called berberine alkaloids. These substances work to fight off infection and bacteria, stimulate the immune system, and reduce fever. The alkaloids also have mild anticonvulsant, antibacterial, sedative, and uterine-stimulant properties and produces a hypotensive effect. The bark has astringent and anti-diarrheal properties. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Barberry Uses & Scientific Evidence For Today Barberry is used for treating gallbladder disease, heartburn and indigestion, and diarrhea. It is also used for treating dysentery and hepatitis. This herb can also be used to treat infections, eczema, parasites, psoriasis, and vaginitis. Barberry is known to decrease heart rate, slow breathing, and reduce bronchial congestion as well. Barberry has been used in treating colorectal cancer, liver cancer, strep throat, and toxic shock syndrome though there is no conclusive scientific evidence to support its effectiveness in treating those conditions. This herb is also a remedy that corrects liver function and promotes the flow of bile. In eye drops, Barberry works well for eliminating bloodshot eyes. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Barberry Dosage Information For digestive problems, Barberry is often combined with other bitter herbs, such as Gentian in tincture form. They should be taken 15 to 20 minutes before a meal, usually 2–5 ml each time. If using a tincture, take 2–3 ml of Barberry 3 times per day. Extracts standardized to contain 5-10% alkaloids, with a total of approximately 500 mg of berberine is the recommended dosage for preventing infections; however, goldenseal is a more common source with a higher concentration of berberine. To use as a topical ointment, an extract with 10% Barberry can be applied 3 times a day for psoriasis. For tea, use 2 g of Barberry in 1 cup of boiling water. Drink 1 cup 2 to 3 times a day. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Barberry Safety & Interaction Information Standardized Barberry extracts can cause stomach upset and should be used for no more than 2 weeks at a time. Exceeding berberine intake could cause lethargy, nose bleed, skin and eye irritation, and kidney irritation. Barberry should not be used by young children, particularly infants, pregnant or nursing women, or those with severe liver or kidney disease. If you are taking Doxycycline or Tetracycline, consult with your physician before taking Barberry. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - Buy Barberry Supplements and Products Below

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