Coptis chinensis
One of the most important heat-clearing herbs in TCM, containing berberine. Used for digestive infections, inflammation, and damp-heat patterns.
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Same interactions as berberine — diabetes medications, blood thinners, CYP enzymes.
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GI upset, nausea. Extremely bitter. Not for long-term use.
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