SAFE
Berberis vulgaris (Barberry)
Berberis vulgaris (root/bark extract)
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Botanicals
PubMed Studies
880
About
European barberry containing berberine (see Phase 3 berberine entry). Used for GI infections, bile stimulation, and glucose management.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
See berberine entry Phase 3. MAJOR drug interactions: CYP3A4/2D6 inhibition, P-gp inhibition, hypoglycaemia with diabetes medications, digoxin interaction. Pregnancy: CONTRAINDICATED.
🏷️ Other Names
Berberis vulgaris (root/bark extract)