Zizyphus 1:2 500ml

Regular price $139.95 AUD

Key Benefits

  • Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to support restful sleep.
  • May help relieve sleeplessness and difficulty settling at night.
  • Traditionally used to calm the mind and support relaxation.
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Practitioner-Grade Zizyphus Seed Liquid Extract

MediHerb Zizyphus 1:2 is a concentrated single-herb liquid extract prepared from the seed of Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa, commonly known as Sour Jujube Seed.

Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to support restful sleep and relieve sleeplessness, Zizyphus may also help calm the mind and relieve temporary irritability and symptoms of mild anxiety.

Zizyphus seed is also traditionally used to help reduce excessive perspiration, including night sweating, where the underlying cause has been appropriately assessed.

This 500 mL practitioner preparation may be prescribed individually or incorporated into a professionally formulated herbal compound.

Zizyphus should not replace medical assessment or prescribed treatment for persistent insomnia, anxiety disorders, depression, unexplained night sweats, sleep apnoea or another diagnosed condition.

Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to support restful sleep.

May help relieve sleeplessness and difficulty settling at night.

Traditionally used to calm the mind and support relaxation.

May help relieve temporary irritability and symptoms of mild anxiety.

Traditionally used to help reduce excessive perspiration and night sweating.

Provides a concentrated seed extract for individual practitioner prescribing and professional herbal compounding.

Zizyphus should not be presented as a sleeping tablet, tranquilliser or guaranteed treatment for insomnia.

It should not be described as treating anxiety disorders, panic attacks, depression, hormonal disorders or the underlying cause of unexplained night sweats.

Practitioner-guided sleep and relaxation support.

Adults experiencing temporary sleeplessness or difficulty settling.

Adults experiencing temporary irritability or nervous unrest during stressful periods.

Professional herbal formulas supporting calm, sleep quality and nervous-system wellbeing.

Adults prescribed Zizyphus for excessive perspiration or night sweating after concerning causes have been excluded.

Customers requiring a concentrated seed extract rather than jujube fruit, dried fruit, tea, powder or a multi-herb sleep formula.

Persistent insomnia, loud snoring with gasping, severe daytime sleepiness, unexplained fever, drenching night sweats or major changes in mood require appropriate professional assessment.

No added gluten or dairy.

Vegan-friendly.

Do not use if you have a known allergy or sensitivity to Zizyphus, Ziziphus jujuba, Sour Jujube Seed or another ingredient in the preparation.

Stop use and seek urgent medical assistance if facial swelling, throat tightness, breathing difficulty, widespread hives, faintness or another serious allergic reaction develops.

Always check the current bottle label where allergies or dietary sensitivities are present.

Zizyphus (Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa) seed 1:2 liquid extract.

Each 5 mL represents approximately 2.5 g of dried Zizyphus seed.

Contains ethanol 23% v/v.

Adults: Take 40–80 mL per week, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

This is a weekly dosage range and must not be interpreted as 40–80 mL per day.

Follow the current Australian product label or the amount selected by your healthcare practitioner.

Shake well before use.

Measure the prescribed amount carefully.

Dilute the measured amount in a small quantity of water immediately before taking.

Take only according to the current product label or your healthcare practitioner’s directions.

When prescribed for sleep support, follow your practitioner’s instructions regarding dose timing.

Do not assume that the entire weekly amount should be taken at once or divided into a self-selected nightly dosage.

Do not take the undiluted 23% ethanol preparation directly from the bottle.

Do not exceed the recommended or professionally prescribed amount.

Zizyphus may cause drowsiness or reduced alertness. Do not drive, operate machinery or undertake hazardous activities until you know how it affects you.

Avoid combining it casually with alcohol, sleeping products or multiple calming supplements.

Do not increase the dosage because sleep, irritability or sweating concerns remain present.

Seek professional advice if sleep symptoms worsen or continue for longer than two weeks.

No added gluten or dairy.

Vegan-friendly.

Do not use if you have a known allergy or sensitivity to Zizyphus, Ziziphus jujuba, Sour Jujube Seed or another ingredient in the preparation.

Stop use and seek urgent medical assistance if facial swelling, throat tightness, breathing difficulty, widespread hives, faintness or another serious allergic reaction develops.

Always check the current bottle label where allergies or dietary sensitivities are present.

For practitioner dispensing and professionally guided use.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

Zizyphus may cause drowsiness, dizziness or reduced alertness in some people.

Do not drive, operate machinery or undertake hazardous activities if affected.

Avoid combining Zizyphus with alcohol because the combination may increase drowsiness, impaired coordination and reduced alertness.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before combining it with sleeping tablets, benzodiazepines, sedating antihistamines, opioid pain medicines, antipsychotic medicines, anticonvulsants or other medicines that cause drowsiness.

Use caution when combining it with Valerian, Passionflower, Lemon Balm, Kava, Magnolia or multi-ingredient sleep and calm formulas.

Do not change or discontinue prescribed sleep, anxiety, pain, seizure or mental-health medication without advice from the healthcare professional managing your treatment.

Use cautiously if severe diarrhoea is present.

Do not use Zizyphus as a substitute for investigation or treatment of persistent diarrhoea, dehydration or an underlying gastrointestinal condition.

Seek medical advice for ongoing diarrhoea, blood in the stool, severe abdominal pain, fever, dizziness, reduced urination or marked weakness.

Reliable information about interactions with diabetes medicines and other prescription treatments remains limited.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use if you take insulin, glucose-lowering medicines or several regular prescription medicines.

Do not use Zizyphus as a substitute for investigation of persistent insomnia.

Sleep difficulty may be associated with stress, anxiety, depression, pain, reflux, menopause, medication effects, alcohol, caffeine, restless legs syndrome or sleep apnoea.

Seek medical assessment for loud snoring with gasping, witnessed pauses in breathing, morning headaches, severe daytime sleepiness or falling asleep while driving or working.

Zizyphus may support calm and relieve symptoms of mild anxiety, but it should not be described as treating an anxiety disorder, panic disorder, depression or another mental-health condition.

Persistent anxiety, major changes in mood, loss of interest, severe agitation or symptoms affecting work, study, relationships or daily life require appropriate professional support.

Thoughts of self-harm or suicide require immediate assistance from an emergency or crisis service.

Night sweating may occur with menopause, fever, infection, medication effects, thyroid conditions, sleep disorders or another underlying concern.

Seek medical assessment for drenching or persistent night sweats, unexplained fever, weight loss, swollen lymph nodes, ongoing cough or marked fatigue.

Do not describe Zizyphus as correcting hormone imbalance or treating menopause, infection, thyroid disease or another cause of excessive sweating.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding only under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Adequate evidence is not available to support routine unsupervised use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Older adults and people at increased risk of dizziness, falls, confusion or excessive sedation should seek professional advice before use.

The current product provides an adult dosage only.

Do not give this ethanol-containing practitioner preparation to a child or adolescent unless an age-appropriate amount has been individually prescribed.

Discontinue use at least seven days before general anaesthesia, surgery, dental surgery or another invasive procedure unless otherwise directed by the treating medical team.

Tell the surgeon, anaesthetist, dentist and pharmacist that Zizyphus has been used.

Contains ethanol.

Keep out of reach of children.

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.

Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Store away from flames, sparks, hot surfaces and other ignition sources due to the 23% ethanol content.

Keep securely out of reach of children.

Follow any additional storage instructions printed on the current Australian product label.

ZIZYPHUS LIQUID FAQSCommon Questions About Zizyphus Liquid Extract
What is MediHerb Zizyphus 1:2 Liquid Extract?

It is a concentrated single-herb liquid extract prepared from the seed of Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa, commonly known as Sour Jujube Seed.

The 500 mL format is intended primarily for practitioner dispensing, individual prescribing and professional herbal compounding.

What is Zizyphus traditionally used for?

Zizyphus seed is traditionally used in Chinese medicine to support restful sleep, calm the mind and relieve sleeplessness, temporary irritability and symptoms of mild anxiety.

It is also traditionally used to help reduce excessive perspiration and night sweating.

Can Zizyphus help with sleeplessness?

Zizyphus may provide traditional support where temporary sleeplessness, restlessness or difficulty settling is present.

It should not be presented as a guaranteed sedative or treatment for chronic insomnia. Persistent sleep difficulty requires assessment of its underlying cause.

Does Zizyphus cause drowsiness?

It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or reduced alertness in some people.

Do not drive, operate machinery or undertake hazardous activities until you know how the product affects you.

Can Zizyphus be taken with sleeping tablets or alcohol?

Avoid combining Zizyphus with alcohol.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before combining it with sleeping tablets, sedatives, anxiety medicines, sedating antihistamines, opioid pain medicines or other products that reduce alertness.

Can Zizyphus help with anxiety or irritability?

Zizyphus is traditionally used to calm the mind and may help relieve temporary irritability and symptoms of mild anxiety.

It should not be described as treating an anxiety disorder, panic attacks, depression or severe psychological distress.

Can Zizyphus help with night sweats?

Zizyphus seed is traditionally used to help reduce excessive perspiration and night sweating.

Persistent or drenching night sweats, particularly with fever, weight loss, swollen glands, ongoing cough or marked fatigue, require medical assessment.

Is Zizyphus seed the same as jujube fruit?

No.

Jujube fruit is commonly eaten fresh or dried as a nourishing food. Sour Jujube Seed is the plant part traditionally used in concentrated sleep and calm preparations.

They are not interchangeable in strength or purpose.

Can Zizyphus be used during pregnancy, breastfeeding or with medication?

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding should occur only under professional supervision.

People taking sedatives, sleeping tablets, anxiety medicines, diabetes medicines or several prescription treatments should confirm suitability with their doctor or pharmacist.

How much Zizyphus Liquid Extract should be taken and how should it be stored?

The listed adult dosage is 40–80 mL per week, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner. This is a weekly amount and must not be mistaken for a daily dosage.

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed and away from flames, sparks and hot surfaces. Store securely out of reach of children.