This herb is anti-inflammatory, hepato-protective, mild sedative, antipyretic (reduces fever), analgesic, adaptogen, and anti-tussive. The primary chemical constituents of Bupleurum Root include fatty acids, glycosides, oleic acid, palmitic acid, quercetin, and narcissin. This herb also contains constituents known as saikosaponins that appear to account for much of the medicinal activity of the plant. Bupleurum Root is a primary herb in dozens of classical formulations which serve a wide variety of harmonizing activities, all of which regulate body energy, help relieve blockages in the body, and discharges the toxins safely out of the system. As time go by, these Bupleurum-based formulas typically become less and less necessary, until eventually they only need to be used occasionally, if at all. It can be used for treating the common cold that is accompanied by alternating symptoms of chills and fever, chest pain, prolapse of the anus, uterus, & other internal organs, and irregular menstruation. It is also effective for women with menstrual problems associated with premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Regarding its effective liver cleansing capabilities, one of its most important activities is to continually eliminate impurities and waste matter from the system - Bupleurum has a unique reputation for deeply cleansing this overburdened organ.
One of the most important activities of the liver is to continually eliminate impurities and waste matter from our systems. The Chinese herb bupleurum has a unique reputation for deeply cleansing this overburdened organ. Planetary formulas Bupleurum lever cleanse ?combines this Chinese classic with renowned herbs from three continents to facilitate deep internal cleansing
Bupleurum chinensis. Clears the liver, reduces heat, and clears liver qi stagnation. Research indicates thatit can lower blood pressure and protect the liver from toxins. 1:1, 50% alcohol.
Bupleurum contains constituents known as saikosaponins that appear to account for much of the medicinal activity of the plant. Bupleurum increase endogenous production of interferon, simultaneous use with exogenous interferon can cause excessive levels in the bloodstream. Test tube studies have shown that Bupleurum can increase production of various chemicals (known as cytokines) that immune cells use to signal one another.
Many studies have also found that saikosaponins can inhibit growth of liver cancer cells. Human trials, only one double-blind, have shown that the bupleurum-containing formula sho-saiko-to may help reduce symptoms and blood liver enzyme levels in children and adults with chronic active viral hepatitis. Bupleurum also has been found to inhibit human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in vivo.
Anti-inflammatory:The saikosides stimulate the body's production of corticosteroids and increase their anti - inflammatory effect.
