Uses of Cascara
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Cascara is an herb used to aid in the treatment of a number of medical conditions. So what are the uses of Cascara and how to use this herb, let's find out through the article below.
1. Uses of Cascara
Cascara is also known as buckthorn, California buckthorn, it has the scientific name Rhamnus purshiana. Cascara is used as a laxative for constipation, gallstones, liver disease, and cancer. You can buy cascara as a dietary supplement, not a drug.
In Cascara contains active ingredients that have a laxative effect and stimulate the intestines. Currently, we still do not have enough research on the effects of this herb.
2. How to use Cascara?
Cascara medicinal herbs have the following dosage forms:
Capsules. Extracts. Tea. Elixir. Using Cascara as a laxative to treat constipation: The usual dose is 20-30mg per day. You can soak 2g of chopped cascara in 150ml of water, boil for 5-10 minutes. Cascara extract is used in doses of 2 - 5ml, 3 times per day.
Dosage of cascara medicinal herbs may be different for different patients. Dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and other concerns.
3. Notes when using Cascara
Consult a doctor before using Cascara, in the following cases:
Pregnant or lactating women. Are taking any other medications. Are allergic to any of the active ingredients of the cascara plant or are allergic to other medications or other herbs. Any other type of illness or disorder. Any other type of allergy, such as allergies to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. Note that cascara herb should not be used by children, pregnant or lactating women until more research is done. Cascara may not be safe for a nursing woman, it can pass into breast milk and can cause diarrhea in an infant.
4. Interactions of Cascara with other drugs
Cascara herb can interact with many drugs, herbs and affect some tests such as:
Stimulant laxatives. Diuretic . Anti-inflammatory drugs. 24-hour urine and serum estrogen testing. The test checks the potassium level.
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