The classical treatise on Chinese herbal medicine, the Shen Nung Pen Tsao Ching, described schisandra as a high-grade herbal drug useful for a wide variety of medical conditions specially as a kidney tonic and lung astringent. Chinese herbalists use schisandra for coughs, night sweats, insomnia, thirst, and physical exhaustion.

Available Specification

Schizandrin >1.5% HPLC
Schizandrin B >1.2% HPLC
Schizandrins 2-20% HPLC

Chemical Composition

Side effects involving schisandra are uncommon but may include abdominal upset, decreased appetite, and skin rash.
Some herbs are known to react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb.

Applications

Pharmaceuticals
Health care food