Can You Take Berberine and Phellodendron Bark Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Phellodendron Bark (Huang Bai) contains significant amounts of berberine. Combining with berberine supplements may result in excessive intake.

How to arrange timing

Avoid combining Phellodendron Bark with berberine supplements. Choose one source of berberine.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Chinese Pharmacopoeia; Examine.com

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.