Decoction: 2 tsp dried bark to 1 cup boiling water, simmered for 10 - 15 minutes, up to 3 cups daily. Tincture: up to 8 ml, up to 3 times per day. And more . . . Salve: a lotion may be rubbed into the skin to relieve muscle pain.
Some sources state that the berries of cramp bark are toxic and should not be eaten.
Wild cherry bark preparations can cause sedation, especially if recommended dosage is exceeded.
There are no indications of any interactions between cramp bark and any other drug or herbal medicine.
Viburnum opulus is a member of the Caprifoliaceae family.
Cramp bark has culinary applications, being used to make jelly, alcoholic beverages and in certain food dishes.
The bark of cramp bark is peeled off the tree during the spring and summer months. The bark should be peeled off in strips carefully in order not to kill the tree. The bark is chopped up and dried.
Safe in recommended dosages. Exceeded dosage: mild stomach upset or constipation.
Pine bark extract is available in health food stores as powder and capsules. For prevention and general health, a daily dosage of 50 mg (1-2 capsules) is recommended.
The recommended dosage of ipriflavone is 600 mg daily.
Recommended Daily Dosage
Pregnant and lactating women should consult with a medical practitioner before using cramp bark. Considered safe for both short- and long-term use, no known side effects.
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