How to Use Citricidal® (Maximum strength Grapefruit Seed Extract)
Citricidal® (Made from grapefruit seed and pulp) is a broad-spectrum anti-microbial agent. It is used worldwide as an antibiotic, antiviral, antifungal, antiparasitic, and antiseptic agent to safely treat or cure numerous ailments in humans, animals and plants.Â
Citricidal® is available in different forms
Citricidal® is available in liquid, powder and tablet forms in sizes suitable for personal use. For commercial use, e.g. agricultural, cosmetic, and soap-making industries, it is typically bought in bulk.
Citricidal® Liquid Concentrate (Most potent form of GSE available):
Also sold as “NutriBiotic® Maximum GSE Liquid Concentrate”
- Citricidal Liquid Concentrate (60% grapefruit seed /pulp extract (quaternary compound) / 40% vegetable glycerin) is the strongest marketed form of GSE .  Note that this is triple the potency of NutriBiotic® GSE liquid Concentrate.
- Each DROP of Citricidal® liquid contains 33mg Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) – a typical single dose is ~250mg GSE (~7 drops). 1 oz. bottle of liquid form GSE contains ~1000 drops
- Can be taken orally but has a very bitter taste – tablet and capsule forms of Citricidal® are available for the non-masochists and less desperate.
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Citricidal®Tablets (for oral use):
Example Citricidal® tablet product available: Â
NutriBiotic® High Potency Citricidal (125 mg GSE / tablet) –   2 tablet dose = approx. 7 drops liquid Citricidal®
NutriBiotic® DILUTED Citricidal® Liquid Products
- NutriBiotic® has a line of personal care products utilizing a one third diluted liquid Citricidal® – including skin cleansers, dental gel, deodorant, and first aid ointment. Some people may prefer a more diluted form to have more control over dosages E.g. to avoid any possible irritation factor on the skin or too strong of an oral dose due to insufficient dilution by the user.
- NutriBiotic® liquid concentrate comprises 67% vegetable glycerin and 33% Citricidal®
 Example NutriBiotic® diluted Citricidal® Liquid Products available:  NutriBiotic® GSE Liquid Concentrate (10 mg GSE / drop).  (Note that you would need THREE drops of Nutribiotic® GSE Liquid Concentrate to equate to ONE drop of Citricidal® liquid).
GSE has applications in many health problems
Used topically, orally or nebulized, GSE doses for specific applications are given in the following charts:
Warnings for using grapefruit seed extract (GSE)
- Never take GSE full-strength!    Always dilute with water or juice and prepare Citricidal / Maximum strength GSE according to dosage recommendations.
- Any mixtures that are used for spraying should be mixed very thoroughly before spraying and between sprayings.  GSE has a tendency to settle to the bottom after sitting for long periods of time thus making it stronger towards the bottom of container.
- If GSE gets into the eyes, flush them out immediately with plenty of water (warm if possible) for 15 minutes.
- After an excessive ingestion of GSE, drink plenty of water.    Consult a physician if necessary.
- If you have ulcers or a sensitive stomach take GSE after meals.  Until stomach adjusts to the extract and then you can take it independent of meals. Note: Ulcers are very sensitive to irritation, caution must be taken when using GSE if irritation persists discontinue use, as ulcers can be a very serious condition.
- If you are allergenic, a patch test is recommended to be sure you are not allergic to GSE.
- If your water source is heavily mineralized or chlorinated slightly increase dosages.
Questions, answers and tips for using GSE
Individual doses are subject to increase or decrease.   According to individual tolerance, severity of condition, and results of previous doses. It is best to increase frequency of dose rather than increase the size of the dose by more than 2-3 times.
To overcome bitter taste when consuming liquid GSE.   Mix GSE with vegetable, fruit and citrus juices, citrus is especially good. Best way is to add it to your daily green drink -you won’t even taste it in there! Alternatively, use tablet form of GSE.
If used long-term, it may be necessary to take a Probiotic with GSE.   Just as synthetic antibiotics can kill off the naturally occurring flora in the body, so might GSE if it is used long-term in the treatment of a chronic infection, in which case it may be necessary to take a good probiotic supplement.
Take GSE between meals, and probiotics 20-30 minutes before meals.    As with anything, consistency and persistence are the keys to success.
How long can I safely take grapefruit extract?    You can safely take GSE over a long period, if needed, without any worry of toxicity. People have taken GSE every day for years (as a preventative) without side-effects of any kind. An example of a need for long-term use is for a long- standing parasite infection, which could take quite some time to overcome.
Does GSE interfere with High Blood Pressure Medication?   There are NO reports of any drug interactions or contraindications of any kind. Drinking fresh grapefruit juice or eating grapefruits when taking certain medications has increased medication absorption, but GSE contains 0.1% or less of the compounds that cause this phenomenon.
Herxheimer Reaction.    It is advisable to start with smaller doses of GSE and increase slowly. When bacteria, fungi, or other pathogens begin to die, toxins are set free, which can possibly cause headaches, nausea and fatigue that can last several weeks. If such a reaction occurs, it isrecommended that you decrease the dose or keep it low and increase it very slowly, adjusting as necessary to reach a maintenance level.
