Overview
Citrus bergamia for cardiometabolic support.
Mechanism of action
Brutieridine and melitidine inhibit HMG-CoA reductase.
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Evidence-based benefits
Lowers LDL and triglycerides
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · GI upset
Drug interactions
No notable interactions reported.
Safety & non-supplemental interactions
Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.
- ·Pregnant or breastfeeding (insufficient safety data)
- ·Children under 18 (unless directed by a clinician)
- ·Bleeding disorders
- ·Warfarin, DOACs, antiplatelets, NSAIDs (additive bleeding risk)
- ·Discuss stopping ≥2 weeks before scheduled surgery.
Supplement interactions
None listed.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Scientific evidence (8)
Bergamot in dyslipidemia
Mollace V, et al.
237 patients
LDL -36%, triglycerides -30%.
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