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ADULTS
BY MOUTH:
- For diabetes: 0.9-1.5 grams of berberine has been taken in divided doses daily for 2-4 months.
- For high levels of cholesterol or other fats (lipids) in the blood (hyperlipidemia): 0.6-1.5 grams of berberine has been taken in divided doses daily for 6 to 24 months. Combination products containing 500 mg of berberine, 10 mg of policosanol, and 200 mg of red yeast rice, along with other ingredients, have been taken daily for up to 12 months.
- For high blood pressure: 0.9 grams of berberine has been taken daily for 2 months.
- For a hormonal disorder that causes enlarged ovaries with cysts (polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS): 1.5 grams of berberine has been taken daily for 3-6 months.
APPLIED TO THE SKIN:
- For canker sores: Gel containing 5 mg of berberine per gram has been applied four times per day for 5 days. *
Berberine hydrochloride is the most common form of berberine used in both supplements and over-the-counter medications. You can also find and consume berberine in sulfate, citrate, and phosphate forms.
Consume 900 to 2,000mg of berberine daily with or immediately after a meal, split into 3 or 4 doses to maximize the benefits and minimize the side effects. A dose of 900 to 1,200mg is used to treat diarrhea and a dose of 500mg taken three times per day is used to manage diabetes in adults.
To assess tolerance begin with the lowest recommended dose and adjust up or down depending on your body's response. While berberine is generally well tolerated in healthy individuals, consult with your physician or health care professional if you're using daily prescription medications affecting the brain, heart, liver, or blood. *