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Schisandra

Schisandra is the fruit of Schisandra chinensis, a climbing vine used as a remedy in traditional Chinese medicine. It contains plant compounds called lignans.

Also listed as Omija, Omija Cha, Gomishi, Repnihat

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Medicine interactions are the practical concern

Schisandra raised tacrolimus levels in transplant patients. Other proposed interactions involve drug-processing enzymes and transport proteins. MSK advises a clinician’s interaction review; some laboratory findings have uncertain clinical relevance. 1

What does a short trial tell us?

The 12-week strength trial reported no adverse events. Its small older-adult sample cannot establish safety in pregnancy or with long-term use. 2

For information, not individual medical advice. Ingredient studies do not establish the effectiveness of these products.

Sources

  1. Schisandra Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center