Metagenics CandiBactin-BR 90 Tablets

Metagenics CandiBactin-BR combines berberine HCl with Oregon grape root extract, coptis extract and a proprietary herbal extract blend. This 90-tablet formula is distinct from CandiBactin-AR's essential-oil softgels. Oregano and rosemary are not listed in the manufacturer's CandiBactin-BR ingredient panel.

Berberine and Herbal Extract Amounts

The manufacturer's current Supplement Facts list a two-tablet serving containing:

• Berberine HCl: 400 mg.
• Proprietary 4:1 herbal extract blend: 300 mg total.
• Oregon grape (Berberis aquifolium) root 4:1 extract: 70 mg.
• Coptis (Coptis chinensis) root and rhizome 12:1 extract containing berberine: 30 mg.

These amounts are per two tablets, not per tablet. The 400 mg berberine HCl amount is a separately listed ingredient; the manufacturer does not quantify the additional berberine within the botanical extracts, so it should not be presented as the formula's total berberine yield.

Proprietary Blend and Tablet Ingredients

The 300 mg proprietary blend contains coptis root and rhizome, Chinese skullcap root, phellodendron bark, ginger rhizome, Chinese licorice root and Chinese rhubarb root and rhizome. Individual amounts within the blend are not disclosed.

Other ingredients are microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, silica, vegetable stearic acid, a coating of hypromellose, medium-chain triglycerides and hydroxypropylcellulose, and vegetable magnesium stearate. Review the current bottle for complete ingredient and allergen labeling.

Current Directions and 90-Tablet Bottle

The manufacturer's current online directions say to take one tablet twice daily an hour before meals, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner. Its Supplement Facts serving size remains two tablets. At two tablets total per day, this 90-tablet bottle provides 45 days of use and 45 two-tablet servings.

Follow the directions on your current package and your practitioner's instructions if they differ from the online listing. Do not combine different schedules or assume that a serving size means that amount should be taken at every dose.

• Format: tablets.
• Manufacturer: Metagenics.
• Manufacturer item number: CA038.
• UPC: 755571913647.

Pregnancy, Medication and Rhubarb Warnings

Do not use if pregnant, nursing or taking cyclosporine. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if taking medication or managing a medical condition.

Do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools or abdominal pain: the manufacturer warns that rhubarb may worsen these conditions and be harmful to your health. Follow the current package warnings and store in a dry place. This formula is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment of an infection or digestive condition.

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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Manufacturer reference: Metagenics CandiBactin-BR product information.