Schisandra chinensis
Primary Characteristics
Primary Characteristics
Schisandra chinensis.
The English Name for this herb is Schisandra.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological Actions of Schisandra chinensis are Kidneys Tonic, Lung Astringent.
Indications
The Indications of Schisandra chinensis are Cough, Thirst, Physical Exhaustion, Sore Throat, Stress, Night Sweats, Chemotherapy support, Liver support, Hepatitis support, Insomina.
No Contra Indication information is available for Schisandra chinensis.
Temperaments
No Temperament information is available for Schisandra chinensis.
Available Brands
No Brand information is available for Schisandra chinensis.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Schisandra chinensis.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instruction |
| Fruit | 1.000g/day - 6.000g/day | The tincture ,the amount of 2-4 ml thrice a day, can also be used. |
Herb's Description
Schisandra chinensis. Schisandra is a woody vine with numerous clusters of tiny, bright red berries. It is found throughout northern and northeast China and the adjacent regions of Russia and Korea. The fully ripe, sun-dried fruit is used medicinally. It has sour, sweet, salty, hot, and bitter tastes. This unusual combination of flavors is reflected in schisandra's Chinese name wu-wei-zi, meaning 'five taste fruit.'
Taste Odor & Occurrence
No information about taste, odor & occurences is available for Schisandra chinensis
Substitutes
No information regarding Schisandra chinensis's substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
Schisandra chinensis's Active constituents:
Antidotes
No information regarding Schisandra chinensis's antidot is currently available.
Warning & Precautions
Side effects involving schisandra are uncommon but may include abdominal upset, decreased appetite, and skin rash.
Some herbs are known to react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Schisandra chinensis. (work in progress)