Can You Take Barberry and Berberine Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Barberry contains berberine as its primary active alkaloid. Combining with berberine supplements may lead to excessive intake and increased side effects.

How to arrange timing

Avoid combining Barberry with berberine supplements as they contain the same active alkaloid.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Examine.com; Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.