Twice-daily capsule
Berberine
Berberine activates AMPK, a cellular energy pathway also involved in how metformin works. It has genuine effects on glucose and lipids, and it is not the harmless herbal supplement the internet suggests.
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Berberine lowers fasting glucose and improves lipid markers in controlled trials, with an effect size below prescription therapy.
What is in it
Berberine hydrochloride, 500 mg per capsule.
How to take it
- Take one capsule twice daily with meals.
- Taking it with food substantially reduces stomach upset.
- Start with one capsule daily for a week before going to two.
- Tell your clinician you are taking it, particularly if you take other medication.
Why clinicians prescribe it
Measurable on a lab report
Fasting glucose and triglycerides are where the effect shows up.
Non-prescription
Available without a visit, though it deserves the same caution as a prescription.
Third-party tested
Berberine supplements vary widely in actual content. Ours is verified per batch.
Common questions
No, and that comparison does real harm. Berberine works through a different pathway, produces a fraction of the weight effect, and is not a substitute for a GLP-1 in anyone who needs one.
Important safety information
Do not take while pregnant or breastfeeding. Interacts with many prescription medications through CYP3A4. Can cause low blood sugar when combined with diabetes medication. Digestive upset is common at first.
This page is not medical advice. Only a licensed clinician who has reviewed your history can decide whether this treatment is appropriate for you. Tell your clinician about every medication and supplement you take.
