Berberine HCl

Berberine hydrochloride (500mg)

Family: N/A (compound) Evidence: A capsule

Isolated alkaloid from multiple plants (Goldenseal, Oregon Grape, Barberry, Coptis). 500mg 2-3x daily matches metformin for blood sugar in some studies. Also antimicrobial and cholesterol-lowering. The "natural metformin."

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Low blood pressure. Hypoglycemia.

Interactions

Diabetes meds (SIGNIFICANT), CYP enzymes (SIGNIFICANT), cyclosporine, metformin, macrolide antibiotics.

Side Effects

GI upset, constipation, cramping, diarrhea. Headache.

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