Colombo (Jateorhiza Palmata) Root Liquid Tincture

Both are liquid extracts of the same Jateorhiza palmata root; only the solvent differs. This tincture uses organic alcohol with vegetable glycerin and water, the classic conventional method - a traditional way to prepare a bitter root - that yields a concentrated extract with a long shelf life. The alcohol-free version is a glycerite made with vegetable glycerin and purified water instead, for those who prefer to avoid alcohol. Choose the tincture for a traditional alcohol-extracted format; choose the glycerite if you prefer no alcohol. The root inside is identical, and the same safety notes apply to both.

No - and one of these matters for safety. Our Colombo is Jateorhiza palmata (older synonym Cocculus palmatus), a bitter tonic root. It is NOT "Cocculus indicus" or fishberry, which is Anamirta cocculus, a genuinely poisonous plant (source of picrotoxin) - the two only share the old genus word "Cocculus." It is also unrelated to other plants whose species name is "palmatum/palmata," such as Chinese rhubarb (Rheum palmatum, our Da Huang / Turkey Rhubarb) and the seaweed dulse (Palmaria palmata). We label ours clearly as Jateorhiza palmata so it is not confused with any of these.

Shake well first. Use the number of drops and the frequency shown on the label, in a little water, tea or juice, or as directed by your practitioner. Do NOT exceed the suggested serving, because the root contains bitter alkaloids, and keep to short-term use. As a bitter it is quite bitter in taste. Because this is an alcohol tincture, adding it to water softens the taste. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light, and shake before each use.

Please read this carefully. Alkaloids: calumba root contains bitter protoberberine alkaloids (such as palmatine and jatrorrhizine); at ordinary bitter doses it is used traditionally, but do NOT exceed the suggested serving, because in large amounts these alkaloids can have stronger, sedative-like effects and may cause nausea or vomiting. Medications: because it contains berberine-type alkaloids, use caution and consult your practitioner if you take any medication, as interactions are possible. Pregnancy and nursing: do NOT use it during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Keep to short-term use. If you take any medication or have a medical condition, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use. Do not give it to infants or young children. Do not use it to self-treat any medical condition - see a qualified doctor instead. This tincture contains alcohol and should be stored in a cool, dark place. Keep out of reach of children. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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