Fraxinus (Fraxinus Chinensis) Bark Liquid Tincture

Both are liquid extracts of the same Fraxinus chinensis bark; only the solvent differs. This tincture uses organic alcohol with vegetable glycerin and water, the classic conventional method 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 bark inside is identical. Please follow the safety notes for both.

Yes - they are the same thing under different names. Fraxinus is the botanical genus name; Qin Pi is the traditional Chinese medicine name for the bark; and ash bark is the common English name. All three refer to the bark of Fraxinus chinensis (Chinese ash); you may also see the pharmacopeial name Cortex Fraxini. So if you have seen this listed as Fraxinus, as Qin Pi or as ash bark, it is the one and the same bark. One note for accuracy: the official Qin Pi of Chinese pharmacopeia can come from several closely related ash species (such as Fraxinus rhynchophylla, F. szaboana and F. stylosa as well as F. chinensis); ours is Fraxinus chinensis. We label it clearly so the names are not confusing.

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. Because this is an alcohol tincture, adding it to water softens the taste. Do not exceed the suggested serving. Because of the pregnancy and blood-thinning cautions below, please read the safety information before use. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.

Please read this carefully. Ash bark (Qin Pi) is considered a fairly gentle herb in tradition, but a few cautions apply. Coumarins and blood thinning: the bark naturally contains coumarins (esculin and esculetin) that have mild blood-thinning (anticoagulant) properties, so if you take blood-thinning or anti-clotting medicines (such as warfarin or aspirin), have a bleeding or clotting disorder, or are due to have surgery, do not use it without medical advice. Pregnancy and nursing: it is traditionally avoided in pregnancy - do NOT use it if you are pregnant unless a qualified practitioner has specifically advised it, and consult a practitioner before use if you are breastfeeding. Allergy: avoid it if you are sensitive to ash (Fraxinus) or to coumarins. In traditional terms it is a cold, bitter herb and is not suited to those with a "cold" or weak stomach or digestion. Do not use it to self-treat any medical condition - see a qualified doctor instead. Do not give it to infants or young children. If you take any medication or have a medical condition, consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use. Keep out of reach of children. This tincture contains alcohol and should be stored in a cool, dark place. 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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