barberry how to take it

Adult

• Tea: 2 - 4 grams of dried root steeped or 1 - 2 tsp of whole or crushed berries steeped in 150 mL (approximately 2/3 of a cup) of boiling water for 10 - 15 minutes three times daily
• Tincture: 3 - 6 mL (1/2 to 1 1/2 tsp three times daily)
• Dry extracts: 250 - 500 milligrams three times daily
• For skin disorders: 10% extract of barberry in ointment, applied to the skin three times daily

Barberry should not be taken for long periods of time (more than a week) without the supervision of your doctor.