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Planetary Herbals Bupleurum Liver Cleanse, 545 mg, 150 tablets (Pack of 2) by Planetary Formulas
Planetary Herbals Bupleurum Liver Cleanse, 545 mg, 150 tablets (Pack of 2) by Planetary Formulas
 


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What is Planetary Herbals Bupleurum ?

Scientific Name
Bupleurum chinense, Bupleurum scorzoneraefolium

Common Name

Chai Hu, hare's ear root, thorowax root, saiko


Clinical Summary

Bupleurum is a common herb, the root of which is used in traditional Chinese and Japanese medicine. It is frequently prescribed in combination with other herbs to treat cold, fever, malaria, gastrointestinal disorders and chronic liver diseases (1).
The major components, saikosaponins, are believed to contribute to bupleurum’s medicinal properties. In vitro studies show that Bupleurum has anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antiproliferative, and chemopreventive properties, and saikosaponins were found to enhance the cytotoxicity of cisplatin against solid tumors. Further, Bupleurum demonstrated inhibitory effects against allergic asthma in animal studies.


Large doses of bupleurum may cause nausea and vomiting.


Purported Uses
  • Cancer treatment
  • Cirrhosis
  • Common cold
  • Fever
  • Hepatitis
  • Infections
  • Inflammation
  • Liver disease
  • Malaria

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