Our Goldenseal Coptis C 1000 formulation is based on the theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The main medicinal ingredient is not extracted from Hydrastis canadensis plant but rather Coptis chinensis plant. Coptis chinensis is a traditional Chinese herb in many ways similar to Hydrastis canadensis but it contains a larger spectrum and dosage of alkaloids such as Berberine, Hydrastinine, Coptisine and Palmatine, therefore having an enhanced therapeutic effect. Due to it’s action to clear heat, dry dampness, purge fire and clear toxic heat, Goldenseal Coptis has anti-pathogenic effects (anti-viral, anti-bactetrian, anti-fungal and anti-parasitic) as well as improving digestion and spleen function. By doing so, Goldenseal Coptis can reduce inflammation and improve immune response. Medicinal Ingredients: Each Capsule Contains: Coptis chinensis 4:1 Extract 250 mg (Chinese Goldenseal Root), Equivalent to 1,000 mg of dried herb Typically ~ 15% alkaloids. Non Medicinal Ingredients: Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) 5mg, Microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable stearate, hypromellose (capsule shell). Does not contain: Dairy, egg, gluten, soy, wheat, corn, yeast, nuts, artificial sweeteners, preservatives, colors or flavors. Coptis Chinensis should be used in accordance to the Pharmacopoeia of the Peoples Republic of Chinan to balance homeostatis, support the body digestion system and improve immune response to pathogen invasion Recommended dose: Adults take 1 capsule 2 to 3 times per day. Complementary product: Artemisinin Cautions: If symptoms persist or worsen , or if new symptoms develop, consult a healthcare practitioner. Do not use this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you have serious or major conditions, any type of acute infection, deficiency or excess, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. Hypersensitivity (e.g. allergy) has been known to occur, in which case, discontinue use. Keep out of reach of children. Sealed for your protection.Clear "heat toxins" manifesting as inflamation and stagnation due to patogenic invasion with a weak immune response. Support the body digestion system (spleen and stomach) by "drying dampness". Balance homeostatis (body functions equilibrium) by clearing "heat". Used in Traditional Chinese medicine to clear heat and dry dampness, purge fire and clear toxic heat.