Berberine Metabolic v2 vs Pedra Hume Caa Amazonian

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Berberine Metabolic v2

Coptis/Berberis extract

Metabolic

Myrcia salicifolia

Metabolic

Berberine Metabolic v2

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Pedra Hume Caa Amazonian

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Concentrated berberine extract matching metformin in blood sugar studies.

Brazilian plant used traditionally for diabetes management.

Active Compounds

Berberine HCl, Berberine sulfate

Myrciaphenone A,B, Flavonoids, Tannins, Acetophenone derivatives

Traditional Uses

Diabetes, Metabolic syndrome, Cholesterol, PCOS, SIBO

Diabetes, Hypertension, Diarrhea, Cholesterol

Modern Uses

AMPK activator, Insulin sensitizer, Lipid-lowering, Antimicrobial

Anti-diabetic, Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor, Antioxidant

Adult Dosage

500mg 2-3x daily with meals

2-3g dried leaf as tea 2-3x daily before meals

Contraindications

Pregnancy, Nursing, Liver disease, CYP3A4 medications, Hypoglycemia

Pregnancy, Diabetes medications, Hypoglycemia

Side Effects

Diarrhea, Constipation, Cramping, Headache, Hypoglycemia

Hypoglycemia, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E