Sho-saiko-to

Sho-saiko-to

Sho-Saiko-To (Also known as Minor Bupleurum Formula and Xiao Chai Hu Tang in Chinese) is an herbal supplement, believed to enhance liver health. Sho-Saiko-To is a widely used prescription drug in Japan and is a listed formula in Japanese Kampo. There are currently ongoing clinical trials for Sho-Saiko-To at University of California, San Diego and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.

Health benefits

Sho-Saiko-To reportedly aids in liver health by promoting liver regeneration and preventing liver injury. It has also been shown to improve immune system functions and inhibit hepatocellular carcinoma. It is typically used to treat Hepatitis and liver cirrhosis. [Cite web
url=http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/69378.cfm
title=Sloan-Kettering - Sho-saiko-to
accessdate=2008-08-11]

The active components of Sho-Saiko-To include
Baicalin
Baicalein
Glycyrrhizin
Saikosaponins
Ginsenosides
Wogonin
Gingerols

and more are yet to be identified due to the complexity of the compound.

ide effects

Sho-Saiko-To reacts adversely with interferon treatment, and can lead to health complications if taken concurrent with interferon treatment. [Cite web
url=http://www.time.com/time/asia/features/asian_medicine/killer.html
title=TIMEasia.com: Deadly Herbs
accessdate=2008-08-11]

References

External links

* [http://www.sho-saiko-to.com/ All About Sho-Saiko-To] , sho-saiko-to.com


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