BOTANIC NAME: Bupleurum falcatum COMMON NAME: Bupleurum PARTS USED Root KNOWN ACTIVE CONSTITUENTS Saikosaponins ACTIONS Antiinflammatory, hepatoprotective, hepatic mild sedative, adaptogen, antitussive DOSAGE 1:2 liquid extract 1.5-3mL tds MEDICINAL USES Chronic Hepatitis . Hepatomegaly with pain in the upper right quadrant Splenomegaly . Chemical liver damage . Liver stasis or liver congestion . Depression . Irregular menstruation WHAT IT DOES Increases protein synthesis in the liver. Reduces inflammation by inhibiting prostaglandin (PGE2) production. Protects the liver against toxic liver damage. Improves liver function after 2-3 months treatment. Clinical trials show it can reduce or remove HBeAg. In 1994 76.7% of patients with HCV improved in short term on Xiao Chai Hu Tang (Minor Bupleurum) and Gan Yan Chong Ji (China). CAUTION It may increase bowel movements and flatulence (wind). Contact person:Mary Liu Sales Manager