Guest guest Posted July 15, 1999 Report Share Posted July 15, 1999 Sue... As far as I know goldenseal is a good herb to fight bacteria...should be used short term, lowers blood sugar( watch out if you are diabetic/hypoglycemic)...it does have the ability to neutralize certain chemical compounds, so it may affect certain antibiotics...but haven't seen any material on it. I have used it routinely in the office and have seen only positive results when used properly. Take care...Byron [Lyme-aid] Goldenseal >From: sueted@... > >> From: Kiana >> I believe that the toxins are the BIG problem. I have found that >> Goldenseal works wonders for the inflammation caused by the little bugger's >> toxins. I am doing a little experiment with the Goldenseal. Every time I >> take it -- not all the time -- I notice the next day that I feel a lot >> stronger and better during my Herx. Yes, I just keep on Herxing and >> Herxing, over and over again. >> >> I still haven't decided whether my flushing was Herx or a too fast with the >> Rocephin incident. But I know today that I didn't have the problem because >> I took Goldenseal last night. I took it tonight again so I will see what >> happens tomorrow. > > I was warned by a dr (back in 1995) to avoid Goldenseal >while on abx as it interfered with the abx. The dr used both >conventional & alternate medicine in his practice. Unfortunately >he is now deceased. Maybe Byron can shed some light on this issue? > > Sue H > >--------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 1999 Report Share Posted July 16, 1999 In a message dated 7/16/99 9:21:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time, sueted@... writes: << I was warned by a dr (back in 1995) to avoid Goldenseal while on abx as it interfered with the abx. The dr used both conventional & alternate medicine in his practice >> funny my Dr. who is very into alternative medicine whom gave me IV Zith reccomended goldenseal and echinacea..I have never seen anything going against its' use with antibiotics...Bernadette Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 1999 Report Share Posted July 16, 1999 I take Goldenseal whenever I feel like something viral is coming on,,,and it always knocks it right out. Usually I feel alot better, and don't feel like I am lacking the benefit of my abx. It has both antiviral, and antibacterial properties,,,so even if it does interfere with the abx properties, it seems to provide the same qualities itself. But one must be very careful with using goldenseal. It cannot be taken in large quantities, or even very frequent quantities. It can cause a host of other problems, and also lose it's ability to remain effective. The same is not true for Echinacea, however. Marci ( who has risen from the boxes) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 17, 1999 Report Share Posted July 17, 1999 > funny my Dr. who is very into alternative medicine whom gave me IV Zith > reccomended goldenseal and echinacea..I have never seen anything going > against its' use with antibiotics...Bernadette Possibly new info has come to light since the dr is now deceased or maybe alternative medicine has differing opinions about some herbs? Sue H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 18, 1999 Report Share Posted July 18, 1999 Thanks to all for providing more information on goldenseal. Sue H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 The Eclectic PhysicianMedicinal Herb Monographs Goldenseal Botanical Name Hydrastis canadensis Hydrastis canadensis (Golden Seal) The information on this page compiled by Beth Burch N.D. Index (click on the keywords) IntroductionHydrastis has been traditionally used by Native Americans to treat conditions of the mucous membranes of the respiratory, digestive and urinary tracts and also disorders of the skin and eyes. Because the root has a bright yellow color, it was also widely used as a dye. The Eclectic physicians of the 19th century used Hydrastis extensively, for a side variety of problems including as an appetite and digestive stimulant, for mouth sores, chronic gastritis and gastric ulcer, liver and gallbladder complaints, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, fissured anus, pharyngitis, nasal catarrh, conjunctivitis, otitis media and externa, muscle soreness, uterine hemorrhage, acne and eczema. King’s Dispensatory states it is specifically indicated in any chronic catarrhal state of the mucous membranes of the respiratory and digestive systems. Naturopathic physicians have long used it as a part of ’s Formula (also contains echinacea, slippery elm and other herbs) in the treatment of ulcerative conditions of the digestive tract. The success of ’s formula in the treatment of duodenal ulcer may be due to the antimicrobial effects of berberine in the Hydrastis which may act against Helicobacter pylori. Modern studies with berberine show it to be very effective in the treatment of diarrheal illness, especially those caused by bowel toxin producing bacteria. Topical use of berberine has also been shown to be effective in treating eye infections caused by Chlamydia trachomatis. Description Hydrastis is a member of the Ranunculaceae family, indigenous to the eastern US and Canada. It prefers undisturbed woodlands. It is a perennial herb with a knotty, creeping bright yellow root or rhizome. It has two alternate, palmate, large and lobed leaves with small white flowers. The official part is the root or rhizome. Constituents Isoquinoline alkaloids-hydrastine, berberine, canadine, hydrastinine Resins Fatty acids Volatile oils Action/Effects Berberine- Antibiotic- broad spectrum, antimicrobial against bacteria, protozoa & fungi (1) Antiinfective- inhibits the adhesion of Streptococci to host cells (1) Immune modulation (7) Cholerectic- stimulates the secretion of bile Tonic & astringent Bitter digestive stimulant Hydrastine- Hemostatic Oxytocic- stimulates the contraction of uterine smooth muscle Conditions used for Inflamed mucous membranes with excessive mucous production Gastrointestinal infections with diarrhea (2,3,4) Respiratory tract infections (1,8) Urinary Tract Infections (5) Infections of the eyes (6) Enhances immune function (7) Dosage Because of goldenseal’s very bitter taste, many people find encapsulated or glycerin preparations easiest to take. The exception would be if taking Hydrastis as bitter digestive stimulant, then it would be preferable to use the liquid extract form. Dried root- 500mg to 2 grams three times a day Liquid extract- 1/2-1 teaspoon three times a day Glycerin- 1/2-1 teaspoon three times a day Children’s dosage- Multiply adult dosage times the child’s weight, then divide by 150. Side Effects Depletes B vitamins- if using Hydrastis in high doses or long term, supplement B vitamins Possible disruption of normal bowel flora if used long term- supplement with Lactobacillus Contraindications Pregnancy Infants with G6PD deficiency Interactions with medications Use in pregnancy & lactation Should not be used in pregnancy until after 37 weeks due to uterine stimulant effects. Nursing mothers with infants who have G6PD deficiency should not use Hydrastis References 1. Sun D et al, Berberine sulfate blocks adherence of Streptococcus pyogenes to epithelial cells, fibronectin and hexadecane, Antimicrob Agents Chemother 1988;32(9):1370-4 2. Rabbani GH, Mechanism & treatment of diarrhea due to Vibrio cholerae and E. coli: roles of drugs and prostaglandins, Dan Med Bull 1996;43(2):173-85 3. Zhang MF et al, Antidiarrheal and anti-inflammatory effects of berberine, Chung Kuo Yao Li Hsueh Pao 1989;10(2):174-6 4. Rabbani GH et al, Randomized controlled trial of berberine sulfate therapy for diarrhea due to enterotoxigenic E. coli and Vibrio cholerae, J Infect Dis 1987;155(5):979-84 5. Sun D et al, Influence of berberine sulfate on synthesis and expression of Pap fimbrial adhesin in uropathogenic E. coli, Antimicrob Agents Chemother 1988;32(8):1274-7 6. Khosla PK et al, Berberine, a potential drug for trachoma, Rev Int Trach Pathol Ocul Trop Subtrop Sante Publique 1992;69:147-65 7. Rehman J, et al, Increased production of antigen-specific immunoglobulins G & M following in vivo treatment with the medicinal plants Echinacea angustifolia and Hydrastis canadensis, Immunol Lett, 1999;68(2-3):391-5 8. Gentry EJ et al, Antitubercular natural products: berberine from the roots of commercial Hydrastis canadensis powder, J Nat Prod 1998;61(10):1187-93 * The information presented in this web site is intended to inform and educate. It is not intended replace a qualified medical practitioner to diagnose or treat medical conditions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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