Supplement Guide: Thunder God Vine

Tripterygium wilfordii

Origin: Root of a vine-like plant from Asia.

Dosage: Extract; 30 mg daily

Claims: Reduces pain and inflammation and treats symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and other autoimmune diseases.

What we know: Used in Chinese medicine for years, thunder god vine shows evidence of suppressing the immune system.

Studies: A 2006 review of randomized clinical trials shows that thunder god vine improved symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis but serious side effects occurred.

This root can cause stomach upset, skin reactions, temporary infertility in men and amenorrhea (lack of menstruation) in women. It should not be used if you are taking immunosuppressive drugs, like prednisone. The leaves and flowers of this plant are highly toxic and can cause death, so preparation should only be made from the root.

Karen

22 Jun 2010, 14:33

You can find Thunder God vine in your local china town, I found it in pill form and the root to boil itself. It has several different names, depending on who you ask, So print the name off the internet in chinese and they will find it for you.
Its Called Lei gong teng (雷公藤) in chineses. just type that on google and print the chinese format for it and they will know right away.

Hugh

15 May 2010, 04:22

I believe you can obtain from
http://www.ecplaza.net/tradeleads/seller/6539583/triptolide.html
I have not ordered from them yet, but I will likely order soon.
Please let me know about your experience.
I hope this helps.

sara

05 Jan 2010, 12:05

hi karry

u can look at chines prmase or any chinees are ask the local peopl the can halpp

Kerry

01 Dec 2009, 21:08

I work for a Rheumatologist who has put me on a mission to find out where to get Thunder God Vine. Suggestions? We have called health/nutrition stores and pharmacies in our city and no one has been able to help us. We currently have many patients on Sulfasalazine for RA. Looking for guidance and direction to find Thunder God Vine. Thank you.

Anna

15 Nov 2009, 11:07

Hello,
I have searched high and low for Thunder God Vine and can't find it anywhere.
Please help!

Mary

18 Oct 2009, 16:07

A reputable acupuncturist can probably help you.

JaNice

08 Oct 2009, 15:04

I have been reading all the reseach on Thunder God Vine, pros and cons, but do not see where the extract can be ordered. Do you know of any source in the USA to order Thunder God Vine Extract?
Thank you
JaNice

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Supplement Guide: Thunder God Vine

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