Atractylodes Root 4:1 P.E.
Atractylodes Root 4:1 P.E. is a concentrated extract of the root of the Atractylodes plant. It is used for various conditions such as indigestion, stomach ache, bloating, fluid retention, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss due to cancer, allergies to dust mites, and joint pain. However, there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Benefits of Atractylodes Root 4:1 P.E.:
- Improves function of the digestive tract
- Reduces pain and swelling (inflammation)
- Exhibits antibacterial activity against Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
The recommended dosage of Atractylodes Root 4:1 P.E. depends on several factors such as the user’s age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for Atractylodes Root 4:1 P.E.
Potential side effects of Atractylodes Root 4:1 P.E. include nausea, dry mouth, and a bad taste in the mouth. Atractylodes is possibly unsafe when used orally during pregnancy and there isn’t enough reliable information to know if it is safe to use when breastfeeding. It may also cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae family. In theory, atractylodes might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding in people with bleeding disorders and might slow blood clotting during surgery.
Sources:
- ATRACTYLODES: Overview, Uses, Side Effects, Precautions, Interactions, Dosing and Reviews – WebMD. (n.d.). Retrieved May 19, 2023, from https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1097/atractylodes
- Atractylodis Rhizoma: A review of its traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology, toxicology and quality control – PMC – NCBI. (2020). Retrieved May 19, 2023, from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7521906/
- Atractylodes: Health Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Dose & Precautions – RxList. (2021). Retrieved May 19, 2023, from https://www.rxlist.com/atractylodes/supplements.htm
- Antibacterial Activity of Phytochemicals Isolated from Atractylodes japonica against Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus – MDPI. (2010). Retrieved May 19, 2023, from https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/15/10/7395
