*purchased organic herb*

Schisandra Berry (Schisandra Chinensis)

Taste: Astringent, Pungent, Sour, Bitter, Salty, Sweet

Energetics: Warming, Drying, Tonifying

Actions: Anti-Bacterial, Adaptogen, Immunomodulator, Anti-Oxidant, Cholagogue, Astringent, Expectorant, Immune Tonic, Emmenagogue, Aphrodisiac, Reproductive System

Affinities: Immune System, Respiratory System, Digestive System, Nervous System, Integumentary System,

Preparations: Decoction, Tincture

Contraindications: not to be taken while pregnant, hypersensitivity/allergy has been known in which case discontinue use,

Herb-Drug Interaction: should be avoided when taking tacrolimus and talinolol, caution with those taking Warfarin as Schisandra may alter the metabolism of the drug within the body, those taking Midazolam might experience a synergistic effect that will enhance the effects of the Midazolam.