CASCARA SAGRADA
| AMERIKAANSE VUILBOOM, Rhamnus purshiana |
| Parts used: Bark |
| Constituents:
Hydroxyanthraquinone glycosides called cascarosides, resins, tannins, and lipids |
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| Actions |
Indications |
| Laxative |
Constipation |
| Cathartic |
Cascarosides exhibit a cathartic effect that induces the large intestine to increase its muscular contraction (peristalsis), causing a bowel movement |
| Tonic |
For the bowels |
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Herbal extract,
10-20mL per week |
| Caution: Overdose/long term usage can cause loss of electrolytes and fluid imbalance |
| Contraindications: Pregnancy, breast feeding |
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