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Also known as: Berberis vulgaris, mountain grape, pepperidge, berberry, common grape.

Barberry has a long history of use as a folk remedy for digestive disorders, infection, indigestion, gallbladder disease and heartburn.

The active ingredients in barberry are thought to be isoquinolone alkaloids, particularly berberrine. These alkaloids are found in the root, rhizome and stem bark of the barberry plant. Other herbs that contain berberine are goldenseal, the Chinese herb coptis and Oregon grape.

Why Do People Use Barberry

• Diarrhea

Research studies indicate that the alkaloid berberine may fight bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic infections.

Another alkaloid in barberry, called berberamine, is believed to help fight infections by stimulating white blood cells called macrophages.

In alternative medicine, barberry is used mainly for bacterial diarrhea, traveler's diarrhea, intestinal parasitic infections and chronic candidiasis.

Barberry capsules are usually recommended, especially those standardized to contain 5 to 12% isoquinolone alkaloids.

• Indigestion

When using barberry for indigestion, alternative practitioner recommend a liquid form, such as a liquid extract or tea, because the bitter taste is thought to help it's medicinal action. It's usually taken 15 to 20 minutes before a meal.

• Liver and Gallbladder Conditions

Barberry is thought to promote the secretion and flow of bile and be a milkd laxative. Although it's sometimes promoted as a herbal remedy for gallstones, it shouldn't be used for this condition unless under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional.

• Urinary Tract Infections

One study suggested that berberine may be active against Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Some sources say that the berry portion of barberry is more effective at combatting urinary tract infections than the root.

Side Effects and Safety Concerns

Barberry may cause diarrhea, especially in larger amounts. Barberry may lower blood pressure.

Overdose of barberry can result in nosebleeds, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion and kidney irritation. Symptoms of kidney problems are bloody urine, pain when urinating, low back or stomach pain, and fever. Seek medical attention immediately.

Barberry should not be used to replace conventional treatment. In particular, it shouldn't be used as a home remedy for urinary tract infections. If the bacteria aren't fully eradicated, the infection may spread to the kidneys, even though symptoms such as difficult or painful urination may disappear.

Pregnant women should not use barberry, because it may stimulate uterine contractions and cause miscarriage. The safety of barberry in nursing women (and the infant) is unknown so it should be avoided.

Although barberry is sometimes used for diarrhea in children, it should only be used under the supervision of a qualified health practitioner.