Product Name	Historical uses	Category	Issued
White Oak Bark Quercus alba	Antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, hemostatic.	Single product	Dec. 1996 Replaces: N/A

Common Names: Oak Bark, Tanner's Bark. Parts Used: Leaves and bark. Historical Uses: White Oak Bark has been used externally in traditional medicine to treat minor cuts, hemorrhoids, fever pimples and aphthous stomatitis.1 Native American Indians employed White Oak Bark to treat swollen gland such as prostate and thyroid (goiter), relaxed anus, fistulas, sinus congestion, post nasal drip and sore throat (tonsils).2 Internally, it has served as an astringent in the treatment of diarrhea.1 Contraindications: To be avoided by individuals with a tendency towards constipation and kidney inflammations. Adverse reactions: Mainly for external use. Avoid using over prolonged periods. Dosage: 10 to 20 drops three to four times per day. Externally, apply as needed. Use with a good bowel management program. References: S. Talalaj & Dr A.S. Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects, Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1989; Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990; Varro E. Tyler, PhD, Herbs of Choice The therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals, PPP, NY, 1994. © 2000, Pure Herbs J.B. Ltd All right reserved 1 S.Talalaj & Dr A.S.Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects,Hill of Content,Melbourne, 1989,p.227 2 Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990, p.107.

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