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Barberry

Botanicals / Herbs

Also known as: European barberry
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Berberis vulgaris
Related Remedies: Berberine
Goldenseal
Goldthread
Oregon grape root

Description: Barberry is an evergreen shrub native to central and southern Europe, northwest Africa and western Asia. It is from berberidaceae family. Its bark, roots and fruits are used medicinally.

Oral Uses

  • Congestive heart failure RatingRatingRatingRating

    Barberry alleviates arrhythmia; improves physical activity capacity; improves heart function. Take barberry fruit extract daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Arrhythmia RatingRatingRating

    Barberry has a calming and relaxing effect; alleviates arrhythmia and palpitation. Take barberry fruit extract daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Candidiasis RatingRatingRating

    Barberry contains berberine; reduces yeast in the body; inhibits candida overgrowth; improves digestion; alleviates diarrhea. Take standardized barberry root extract daily, containing 0.3-0.6 g of berberine, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • General liver diseases RatingRatingRating

    Barberry contains berberine; improves liver function; protects and strengthens the liver. Take standardized barberry root extract daily, containing 0.3-0.6 g of berberine, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Heart attack prevention RatingRatingRating

    Barberry reduces total cholesterol, triglycerides, blood pressure and heart disease risk. Take barberry fruit extract daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • High cholesterol RatingRatingRating

    Barberry reduces total cholesterol and triglycerides. Take barberry fruit extract daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Hypertension RatingRatingRating

    Barberry reduces blood pressure. Take barberry fruit extract daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Alterative RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an alterative; it is a detoxifier. Take standardized barberry root extract daily, containing 0.3-0.6 g of berberine, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Analgesic RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an analgesic; alleviates pain. Take barberry fruit extract daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Anti-infectious RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an anti-infectious; fights infection. Take standardized barberry root extract daily, containing 0.3-0.6 g of berberine, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take standardized barberry root extract daily, containing 0.3-0.6 g of berberine, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Antibacterial RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Take standardized barberry root extract daily, containing 0.3-0.6 g of berberine, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Antifungal RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an antifungal; fights fungus. Take standardized barberry root extract daily, containing 0.3-0.6 g of berberine, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Antilithic (gallstones) RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an antilithic for gallstones; helps expel gallstones; may dissolve gallstones; reduces risk of gallstone formation. Take standardized barberry rootextract daily, containing 0.3-0.6 g of berberine, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Topical Uses

  • Psoriasis RatingRatingRating

    Barberry reduces inflammation; alleviates symptoms. Apply a topical preparation containing 10% dried barberry root extract 2-3 times daily, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Blepharitis RatingRating

    Barberry is an antibacterial; contains berberine; inhibits bacteria growth; alleviates symptoms. Use barberry containing eye drops daily, as suggested on the label.

  • Canker sores RatingRating

    Barberry is an antibacterial; contains berberine; inhibits bacteria growth; alleviates symptoms. Apply a topical preparation containing 10% dried barberry root extract 2-3 times daily, for many days, as suggested on the label.

  • Conjunctivitis RatingRating

    Barberry is an antibacterial; contains berberine; inhibits bacteria growth; alleviates symptoms. Use barberry containing eye drops daily, as suggested on the label.

  • Eczema RatingRating

    Barberry reduces inflammation; alleviates symptoms. Apply a topical preparation containing 10% dried barberry root extract 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Skin wounds RatingRating

    Barberry is an antibacterial; contains berberine; inhibits bacteria growth; alleviates symptoms. Apply a topical preparation containing 10% dried barberry root extract 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Vaginitis RatingRating

    Barberry is an antibacterial and an antifungal; fights fungus; alleviates symptoms. Apply barberry containing vaginal douche daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Topical Actions

  • Action - Alterative RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an alterative; it is a detoxifier. Apply a topical preparation containing 10% dried barberry root extract 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Apply a topical preparation containing 10% dried barberry root extract 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antibacterial RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Apply a topical preparation containing 10% dried barberry root extract 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antiseptic RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is an antiseptic; prevents infection. Apply a topical preparation containing 10% dried barberry root extract 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Parasiticide RatingRatingRating

    Barberry is a parasiticide; eliminates parasites on the skin. Apply a topical preparation containing 10% dried barberry root extract 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Recommended Dosage

Take 3-6 g of dried barberry root or standardized barberry root extract containing 0.3-0.6 g of berberine daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Cautions & Side Effects

Do not use barberry if you are pregnant, breast-feeding or for children.
Side effects: In sensitive people barberry may cause stomach upset.
Overdoses may produce lethargy, nose bleed and skin, eye and kidney irritation.

Available Forms

Barberry is available in tablet, capsule, powder, tea bags, tincture, bulk and ointment form.

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