Surprising little-known uses of berberine

Whenever there is a digestive disorder, people often think of and buy berberine. The drug is sold a lot in pharmacies. However, not everyone understands the effects of this drug that is both available and cheap.

Berberine is derived from herbs, extracted mainly from the golden vine. In addition, berberine is also found in some plants of the royal family (codonopsis, cistanche, phellodendron...). These are herbs that are very available in our country.

The most common clinical effects of berberine are anti-diarrhea caused by bacteria and intestinal parasites. Berberine is also formulated into eye drops to treat conjunctivitis, red eyes caused by external stimuli such as (wind, sun, cold, dust, smoke...) and trachoma. In addition, the drug also helps prevent fungal infections, fungal superinfections and has the effect of counteracting the harmful effects of cholera bacteria and heat-resistant exotoxins of E. coli.

When treating intestinal infections, berberine does not affect the normal development of beneficial bacteria in the intestine. Recent studies have shown that when using some antibiotics, if combined with berberine, it will limit the unwanted effects caused by antibiotics on the intestinal microflora.

Scientists continue to work hard to exploit and discover more of the inherent potential values ​​of berberine. Research over the past 20 years has also shown the diverse and comprehensive effects of this beautiful golden-colored active ingredient on many other diseases. In clinical trials in China and some Asian countries, berberine has been used and proven to have beneficial effects on many cardiovascular diseases. Clinical trials show that berberine also has the effect of lowering blood pressure, strengthening the heart and preventing arrhythmia. Scientists have also discovered the ability to inhibit ion secretion in the intestine, inhibit muscle contraction, reduce cholesterol and triglycerides, fight diabetes, reduce inflammation for people with arthritis...

Do not use berberine for people who are hypersensitive to the drug or pregnant women (because the drug can cause uterine contractions, affecting the fetus).

How to use berberine correctly

Berberine has almost no side effects and is considered a benign drug, but should still be used with caution and limited in people who are sensitive to the ingredients of the drug and pregnant women because it increases the possibility of uterine contractions, affecting the baby.

The duration of use of berberine depends on the condition of each patient. When using berberine in combination with other drugs, it should be taken 1-2 hours apart.

Be very careful when using this medicine with herbs, oriental medicine, or traditional medicine because there may be incompatibility between the active ingredients. Avoid confusion that can affect life.

According to VnMedia