General Dosage
500-1500mg standardized berry extract daily
Maximum dose: 1500mg extract daily (traditional use of raw berries may be higher)
Schisandra Dosage Guide
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 500-1500mg standardized berry extract daily
Timing: Morning and afternoon; can be taken with or without food
Dosage by Condition
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Liver support | 500-1000mg extract daily | Emerging |
| Cognitive performance | 500mg extract twice daily | Emerging |
| Physical endurance | 500-1500mg extract daily | Emerging |
| Stress adaptation | 500mg extract twice daily | Emerging |
Upper limit: 1500mg extract daily (traditional use of raw berries may be higher)
Timing & Absorption
Morning and afternoon; can be taken with or without food
Can be taken with or without food.
References
- Panossian A, Wikman G (2008). Pharmacology of Schisandra chinensis Bail.: an overview of Russian research and uses in medicine. Journal of Ethnopharmacology. DOI PubMed
- Aslanyan G, Amroyan E, Gabrielyan E, et al. (2010). Double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised study of single dose effects of ADAPT-232 on cognitive functions. Phytomedicine. DOI PubMed