Liver Meridian

Zoi Medicinals tinctures are alcohol (18.25%) and vegetable glycerin extracts of non-toxic herbs. All herbs used in the manufacturing of Zoi Medicinals products have been tested for heavy metals, bacteria, fungus, and pesticides.

Chinese herbs in Liver Meridian calm and nourish the Liver, and relieve Liver Qi and Blood stagnation.

• Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra Fruit, Fructus schisandrae) is warm, enters the HT, KI and LU meridians and all five Zang organs; tonifies Qi, astringes Lung Qi leakage and stops coughing, tonifies Kidney and binds Essence, astringes sweat and generates fluids, quiets the Spirit, and calms and contains Heart Qi.
• Tu Fu Ling (Greenbriar Root, Smilacis glabrae) is neutral and enters the LIV and ST meridians; relieves toxicity and eliminates Damp, clears Damp-Heat from skin, promotes normal urination.
• Chai Hu (Thorowax Root, Bupleurum chinesis) is cool and enters the GB, LIV, and PC meridians; relieves Shao Yang disorders, reduces fever, spreads Liver Qi, relieves stagnation, raises Yang Qi, disperses Wind-Heat and resolves phlegm.
• Da Ji (Milk Thistle, Silybum marianum) enters the LIV and HT meridians; removes stagnation, promotes urination, dispels Cold, stimulates Qi, move Blood, stops bleeding, cools Blood, reduces swelling, generates flesh, tonifies the Liver.
• Bo He (Field Mint, Herba menthae haplocalycis) is cool and enters LU and LIV channels, disperses Wind-Heat, cools and clears the head and eyes, benefits the throat, vents rashes, relieves Liver Qi Stagnation, and expels turbid filth.
• Gou Qi Zi (Ningxia Wolfberry, Lycium barbarum) is warm and enters the KI and LIV meridians; tonifies the Liver and Kidney, strengthens the sinews and bones, expels wind-damp, and warms and stabilizes the Kidney.
• Ge Gen (Kudzu Root, Puerariae lobatae) is cool and enters the SP and ST meridians; discharges exterior conditions, releases muscles especially of the neck and back, relieves Heat, generates Fluids, raises Spleen Yang and stops diarrhea.
• Pu Gong Ying (Dandelion, Herba Taraxaci) is cold and enters the LIV and ST meridians; dissipates nodules, calms the Liver and clears the eyes, clears Heat, resolves Damp, relieves toxicity.

Zoi Medicinals formulas contain 18.25% alcohol. Alcohol has been used in herbal tinctures for centuries. It extracts active ingredients that are not water-soluble, such as essential oils, alkaloids and resins. It enables the tincture to be fast-acting, potent, shelf-stable for long periods of time, and enables their "grab and go” properties (easily portable, ready to take, no refrigeration required). Zoi Medicinals tinctures use organic ethyl alcohol that is USP certified. It is the same alcohol found in vanilla extract (used for cooking), other tinctures, and liquid homeopathic remedies. The dose is very small and can be diluted into water or other drink making the final alcohol content less than 0.5%, which is similar or less than, the amount of alcohol in a cup of kombucha.

• Use standard dose daily for consistent liver support.
• Use when exposed to toxins such as alcohol, start with 4 times a day for 2 days, then standard daily dose for 2 weeks.
• If you anticipate exposure to toxins, start standard daily dose for 2 weeks prior to exposure, continue during (check with your health practitioner if needed), and for 2 weeks after.

Liquid formulas are rapidly absorbed by the body and should be taken by mouth. Hold under the tongue a few moments prior to swallowing; or take in a small amount of water or juice. If alcohol content is a concern, a standard dose (1.5 ml) in one cup of water dilutes the alcohol content to less than 0.5%. Alternatively, formula can be added to hot tea (most alcohol will evaporate) and drink once cooled.

The standard, adult dose is two droppers full (1.5 ml) three times a day, stepping down to twice a day for maintenance, or as directed by your health care professional. One full compression of the dropper bulb is a dropper full, about 0.75 ml (the dropper may not appear “full”).

• Standard adult dose — 2 droppers full (1.5 ml), three times a day; twice a day for maintenance.
• Standard child dose (30-100 lb) — 1 dropper full, three times a day; twice a day for maintenance.
• If sensitive to herbs and supplements, start with 1 dropper full, three times a day; twice a day for maintenance.

For some, it may take several weeks to notice an effect. Consistency is more important than dose, so take some each day even if you can’t keep to a regular schedule. As your body responds to the formula, you may decrease the dose, accordingly.

• Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding, unless directed by your health care practitioner.
• Discontinue use if any new symptoms appear, including symptoms of allergic reaction.
• Not to exceed five droppers full at a time.
• With minor stomach upset, take with food.
• If experiencing minor headache or other discomfort, reduce the dosage to ⅓ of starting dose. Gradually increase the dosage each day until you reach to the desired dosage.
• Every body is different, as the formula alters internal processes, your best dosage may change (always stay within the recommended dosage range).