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Bupleurum

Bupleurum chinense

Liver Support (TCM)

Bupleurum is a traditional Chinese medicine herb often used in ‘liver qi’ and stress-tension formulas (like classic harmonizing blends). It’s typically used in formulas rather than as a solo tea.

Key Benefits

Used in traditional stress-tension and mood support formulas.
Used in traditional liver support/harmonizing blends (TCM use).
Often combined with other herbs for balance rather than taken alone.

Common Issues It May Help With

Stress tension routines (traditional/TMC use).
Mood and irritability routines (traditional use).
Liver support routines (traditional use; adjunct).

How To Use (Simple)

Usually taken as part of a formula (capsules/decoction).
Follow formula dosing and duration guidance.
If using solo, keep dose conservative and short-term unless supervised.

Taste / Notes

Bitter, earthy.

Evidence Level

Traditional use is strong in TCM; modern evidence varies and is product/formula-dependent.

Cautions

Avoid in pregnancy/breastfeeding unless clinician-guided. Use caution with liver disease and autoimmune conditions. Rare adverse events reported with improper use.

Interactions

Use caution with immunosuppressants and liver-metabolized medications.

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