Phytolacca Berry Tablets

Schwabe Phytolacca Berry Tablets

1. Composition:

• The tablets are a homeopathic preparation made from the fresh berries of the Phytolacca plant (specifically Phytolacca decandra or poke root), often imported from North America.
• The active ingredient is typically Phytolacca Berry (or Phytolacca e baccis) in a homeopathic potency (e.g., Q or mother tincture equivalent).
• The tablets also contain excipients (such as lactose) to form the tablet base.

2. Key Uses and Benefits:

• Weight Management & Obesity: The main indication. It is believed to help in the gradual reduction of excess body fat.
• Appetite Regulation: Helps to lower excessive food intake by favorably influencing digestion and absorption, which can help control appetite.
• Metabolism Support: Aids in the healthy metabolism of fats.
• Digestive Comfort: Helps to reduce hyperacidity and associated digestive discomfort.
• Energy Levels: Alleviates the feeling of weakness or faintness that can sometimes be associated with a reduced food intake during a diet.
• Post-Delivery Weight Gain: Often recommended to women for supporting weight loss after childbirth.

3. Dosage (General Guidelines – Always consult a physician):

• Adults (Standard): 1 to 2 tablets, 3 times per day, over an extended period. The tablets are typically taken orally, allowing them to melt slowly in the mouth, preferably about half an hour before or after meals.
• Maintenance Dose: 1 tablet daily, preferably before meals.
• Children: Use is generally advised under medical supervision. The dosage is typically half of the adult dose (e.g., 1 tablet twice daily).

4. Side Effects & Safety:

• Side Effects: Generally, no known side effects are reported for this homeopathic preparation.
• Lactose Intolerance: In cases of lactose intolerance, a mild laxative effect might be observed due to the tablet base.
• Precautions:
  • It is advised that children should not use this product without medical supervision.
  • Use during pregnancy and lactation should be limited and strictly done only after consultation with a specialist.
  • Avoid consuming food, drinks, or other medications for a short time (e.g., 30 minutes) before and after taking the tablets.
  • Avoid strong-smelling substances like coffee, mint, onion, garlic, etc., in the mouth while taking the medicine.
• Interactions: No known interactions with other products are reported, and it can generally be taken alongside allopathic medicines, but a physician should always be informed of all current medications.