Product Name	Historical uses	Category	Issued
Oregon Grape Berberis aquifolium	Antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, cholagogue, febrifuge, hypotensive, laxative, lithotriptic, lymphatic, tonic.	Single product	August 1996 Replaces: N/A

Common Names: Oregon Grape, California Barberry, Rocky Mountain Grape, Mountain Grape, Wild Oregon Grape, Holly-Leaved Barberry. Parts Used: Roots and rhizomes. Historical Uses: Similar in action to Barberry, Oregon Grape also has a long history of traditional use and is regarded as a specific remedy for biliary tract ailments. It influences bile secretion and relieves contractions within the biliary tract. It has been used to treat liver disorders, inflammations of the gall bladder and gallstones.1 It has been found useful in cases of spleen enlargement, gastro-intestinal disorders and hypertension. Oregon Grape has also been employed to clean the lymphatic system. Contraindications: Oregon Grape should not be used during pregnancy. Adverse reactions: Potential toxicities associated with excessive consumption. 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 1 Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990

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