Chinese Goldthread Rhizome Extract

English Name: Coptis Root extract 

Latin Name: Coptis chinensis Franch

CAS NO：633-65-8

Type: Herbal extract

Part used: root
Appearance: yellow brown powder
Specification: 5%,10% Alkaloids, 5%-97% Berberine Hydrochloride

Extract Method: Grain Alcohol/Water 

Test Method: HPLC  

Molecular Formula : C₂₀H₁₈NO₄^.Cl
Molecular Weight : 371.82

Molecular Structure:    

Melting Point: 200℃

Package: Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside. Net weight: 25kgs/drum.
Storage situation: Stored in a cool and dry well-closed container, keep away from moisture and strong light/heat.
Shelf life: Two years under well storage situation and stored away from direct sun light

Introduction:

The herb consists of the rhizome of Coptis chinensis Franch, or Coptis deltoidea Cheng et Hsiao, or Coptis teetoides Cheng (family Ranunculaceae), yielded mainly in the provinces of Sichuan, Hubei and Yunnan, collected in autumn.

Coptis root increases blood flow to the extremities and has been shown to have laxative properties. It promotes a healthy liver by increasing the flow of essential enzymes. Coptis also helps relieve pain and inflammation. It has been used to treat digestive dysfunction, disorientation, dysentery, high fever, inflammation of the mouth, insomnia, irritability, ear infections and heart palpitations. Traditional Chinese herbalists use Coptis to treat gastrointestinal problems, diarrhea, hypertension, and bacterial infections

Dosage Information:
The standard amount of Coptis needed depends on the condition being treated. Some practitioners recommend 2-10 grams of Coptis powder; others recommend 15-60 ml of a tincture formulation. Coptis teas can also be made using the whole root or powder in water and are used to treat jaundice and vomiting. For best results, read and follow product label directions

Safety & Interaction Information:
Coptis is extremely bitter and repeated use can cause nausea and vomiting. It should not be taken in large doses for an extended period of time. Coptis should not be used by those taking anti-hypertensive medications, or for use in infants with jaundice. Safety in young children, pregnant or nursing women, or those with severe liver or kidney disease is not known

Function:

1.It has the function of removing heat and damp, relieving fire and eliminating toxins;

2.It has the function of anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, and antigens worm; And it has obvious inhibition to influenza viruses

3.It has the function of relaxing vascular smooth muscle, and anti diarrhea.

4.It has the function of resisting arrhythmia, lowering presue, and regulating blood level

5.With the function of cholagogue, it can increase bile secreted;

6.Having anti cerebral ischemia effect, it can anti-oxygen free radical and reduce cerebral inland.

Application:

1.Applied in pharmaceutical and  health product field

2. Applied in pharmaceutical field, it is usually added into capsule or tablet to treat vascular disease