
CNS Factor combination has been researched increase Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels in the brain. A key ingredient Schisandrin B a well-known adaptogen, cognitive aid, neuroprotective, mood balancing and anti-inflammatory effects.
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Servings Per Container: 60
- Dimocarpus longan (fruit) 111 mg †
- Dioscorea japonica (root) 111 mg†
- Houttuynia cordata (herb top) 111 mg†
- Schisandra chinensis (Schisandrin B) ethanol extract (fruit) 167 mg†
† Daily Value not established.
1-2 capsules BID
Caution in pregnancy.
Schisandra may affect medications metabolized by the liver enzymes Cytochrome P450 1A2, 2C9, 3A4, and 3A5 substrates: medications changed by the liver include celecoxib (Celebrex), diclofenac (Voltaren), fluvastatin (Lescol), glipizide (Glucotrol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), irbesartan (Avapro), losartan (Cozaar), phenytoin (Dilantin), piroxicam (Feldene), tamoxifen (Nolvadex), tolbutamide (Tolinase), torsemide (Demadex), and warfarin (Coumadin). The doses of the medication might need to be changed.
Schisandra may have inhibitory effects on the liver enzyme Cytochrome P450 3A4. Medications metabolized by CYP 450 3A4 include Alprazolam (Xanax), amlodipine (Norvasc), atorvastatin (Lipitor), cyclosporine (Sandimmune), diazepam (Valium), estradiol (Estrace), simvastatin (Zocor), sildenafil (Viagra), verapamil, zolpidem (Ambien)
Warfarin (Coumadin) interacts with schisandra: Warfarin (Coumadin) is used to slow blood clotting. The body breaks down warfarin (Coumadin) to get rid of it. Schisandra might increase the breakdown and decrease the effectiveness of warfarin (Coumadin). Decreasing the effectiveness of warfarin (Coumadin) might increase the risk of clotting. Be sure to have your blood checked regularly. The dose of your warfarin (Coumadin) might need to be changed.=
Anti-epileptic drugs: Benzodiazepines are one of the most common. NeuroFactor is an agonist and will cause drowsiness, and therefore needs to be monitored.
May increase effect of Benzodiazepine drugs however, it’s not contraindicated. Schisandra has been used for Benzodiazepine withdrawal.
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