berberine
Sign in to saveBerberine is an organic compound classified as benzylisoquinoline alkaloid. Chemically, it is a quaternary ammonia compound.
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- Adverse effects
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Berberine is an organic compound classified as benzylisoquinoline alkaloid. Chemically, it is a quaternary ammonia compound.
Its name is derived from the genus of plants, Berberis. Berberine occurs in the roots, bark, stems, and leaves of Berberis vulgaris (barberry), Berberis aristata (tree turmeric), Mahonia aquifolium (Oregon grape) and Hydrastis canadensis (goldenseal).