Phellodendron Amurense vs Berberis lycium

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Phellodendron Amurense

Phellodendron amurense

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Phellodendron Amurense

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Berberis lycium

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Bitter TCM bark used to clear heat and dampness, particularly for urinary tract infections, inflammation, and skin conditions.

Northwest Himalayan barberry; bark paste (Rasaut) used in Unani medicine for eye conditions and infections.

Active Compounds

berberine, phellodendrine, obacunone, palmatine

berberine, berbamine, palmatine, oxyacanthine, tannins

Traditional Uses

clearing heat and dampness in TCM, treatment of urinary tract infections, skin inflammation remedy

eye infections, conjunctivitis, diabetes, infections, diarrhea

Modern Uses

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, hypoglycemic

antimicrobial, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, ophthalmic

Adult Dosage

3-12g dried bark decoction or 500mg berberine extract

500mg extract 2x/day; paste for eye wash

Contraindications

pregnancy, hypoglycemia risk in diabetics

pregnancy, neonates

Side Effects

GI upset, hypoglycemia

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E