Product Name
Historical uses
Category
Issued
Barberry
Berberis vulgaris
Antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, cholagogue, febrifuge, hepatic, hypotensive, laxative, lithotriptic, stomachic, tonic.
Single product
May 1996
Replaces:
N/A
Common Names:
Barberry, Berberis, Jaundice Berry.
Parts Used:
Flowers, rhizomes.
Historical Uses:
Barberry has a long history of traditional use and is regarded as a specific remedy for biliary tract ailments.
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It influences bile secretion and relieves contractions within the biliary tract.1 It has been used to treat liver disorders, inflammations of the gall bladder and gallstones.
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It is also used in cases of spleen enlargement, gastro-intestinal disorders and hypertension.
Contraindications:
Barberry should not be used during pregnancy.
Adverse reactions:
Barberry can be toxic in overdose.
Dosage:
5 to 40 drops per meal.
References:
The Lawrence Review of Natural Products
; S. Talalaj & Dr A.S. Czechowicz,
Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects, Hill
of Content, Melbourne, 1989; Dr. A. B. Howard,
Herbal Extracts
,1990.
© 2000, Pure Herbs J.B. Ltd
All right reserved
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S.Talalaj & Dr A.S.Czechowicz,
Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects,Hill
of Content,Melbourne, 1989,p.58
This information is not intended to substitute medical advice regarding medical problems, diagnosis, treatments or healing of diseases or other physical and mental problems. This work is about historical observations and historical information relating to herbs. It is not the author's intention to establish prescriptions and/or diagnosis. The author and publisher deny responsibility in case of auto-prescription without former authorization of a physician.
