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About Stephania
Plant: Stephania tetrandra
Buhner's primary herb for ocular Lyme and Bell's Palsy, also recommended for Bartonella-related eye problems. Acts as a calcium channel blocker.
Reference dosing
| Tincture dose — 1:5 | 1.25–2.5ml, 3 times daily |
| Tincture dose — 1:3 | 0.75–1.5ml, 3 times daily |
| Capsule dose (mg) | 250–500mg of dried herb, 3 times daily Calculated from Buhner's tincture dose (1ml of a 1:5 tincture = 200mg of dried herb). |
Contraindicated with pharmaceutical calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, digoxin, antiarrhythmics, AV heart block, and low blood pressure.
Capsule whole-herb extracts vary by manufacturer (a concentrated extract needs less than a plain powder). Treat these figures as a guide only and follow the product label.
These are figures from the sources used on this site. They are not a prescription. Follow the product label and your prescriber.
Safety and cautions
Contraindications: Contraindicated with pharmaceutical calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, digoxin, antiarrhythmic drugs, AV heart block, and existing low blood pressure.
Herbs can interact with prescription medicines and other supplements. Check with your prescriber or pharmacist first, and do not use herbs in pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless a doctor agrees.
Information last checked: 6 November 2026.
Symptoms linked to this herb
Traditional uses from our symptom map. Not medical advice.
Where to buy
Lymeherbs.pl (EU)Stephania tetrandra mielona (100g) · See product page (PLN) · Ground herb (powder)Check the label and the seller. A link is not a recommendation.
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