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Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Powder
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Powder
Moderate concern
Schisandra is a traditional adaptogen used in supplements. Not GRAS-listed; sold under DSHEA.
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What it is
Dried, powdered berries of Schisandra chinensis (five-flavor berry); traditional Chinese herb.
Used in herbal teas and supplements; not GRAS-listed for general food use.
Why it's flagged
- CYP3A4 inhibition — drug-interaction risk
- Pregnancy avoidance traditionally advised
What regulators actually say
"Schisandra chinensis lignans (schisandrin and gomisin) inhibit human CYP3A4 in vitro, indicating potential for clinically relevant drug interactions."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Not GRAS; sold as dietary supplement under DSHEA
European Union — EFSA
Not authorized as novel food; pre-1997 traditional use varies by member state
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