Schizandra Berries P.E. Latin Name: Fructus Schisandrae Plant Origin: Genus Schisandra Michx. Specifications:schisandrin a 2%-5% total schisandrin 2%~9% and schisandrin (b) b, schisandrin (a) a, schisandrin a variety of specifications Pharmacological function The lignans isolated from the drug (schizandrin, schisandrol) are liver-protective in effect, acting as radical scavengers and promoting liver regeneration. Anti-inflammatory and tumor-inhibiting characteristics have also been demonstrated. Schizandrol A is said to be neuroleptic, anticonvulsive and sedative in effect. Schisandra fruits and seed are believed to bring about a non-specific increase in physical performance ability and to be antithelminthic in effect.