Schisandra chinensis
The "five flavor berry" of TCM — sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and pungent. An adaptogenic liver protector used for stress, mental clarity, and endurance.
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May interact with CYP3A4/CYP2C9-metabolized drugs, warfarin, and tacrolimus.
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GI upset, heartburn, decreased appetite, skin rash.
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