Berberine has been used for diabetes and high
cholesterol. Before using any herbal product, talk to your doctor or
pharmacist about your medical condition.
Some supplement products have been found to contain
possibly harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more
details about the brand you use.
The FDA has not reviewed this product for safety or
effectiveness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more
details.
Follow all directions on the product package. If your
doctor has prescribed this product, take it as directed. If you have any
questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.
If you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right
away.
Stomach upset, gas, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, or
vomiting may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your
doctor or pharmacist promptly.
A very serious allergic reaction to this product is
rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction, including:
- rash
- itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If
you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at
www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about
side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at
1-866-234-2345.
Before taking berberine, tell your doctor or pharmacist
if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product
may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or
other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
If you have any health problems, consult your doctor or
pharmacist before using this product.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about
all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription
drugs, and herbal products).
This product must not be used during pregnancy. It may
harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant,
tell your doctor right away.
It is unknown if this product passes into breast milk.
Breastfeeding is not recommended while using this product. Consult your
doctor before breastfeeding.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work
or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not
contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you
use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and
share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the
dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
This product can slow down the removal of other
medications from your body, which may affect how they work. Examples of
affected drugs include cyclosporine, lemborexant, among
others.
If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such
as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison
control center right away. US residents can call 1-800-222-1222. Canada
residents can call 1-844-764-7669.
Keep all medical and lab appointments.
If you are taking this product on a regular schedule and
miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the
next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time.
Do not double the dose to catch up.
Refer to storage information printed on the package. If
you have any questions about storage, ask your pharmacist. Keep all
medications and herbal products away from children and
pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them
into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when
it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste
disposal company.