Monday 17 November 2014

Barberry





Scientific Name(s): Berberis vulgaris L. and Mahonia aquifolium Nutt. Family: Berberidaceae
Common Name(s): Barberry , Oregon grape , Oregon barberry , Oregon grapeholly , trailing mahonia , berberis , jaundice berry , woodsour , sowberry , pepperidge bush , sour-spine

Uses

The fruits have been used in jams, jellies, and juices. Plant alkaloids have been found to be antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidiarrheal. Berberine is a uterine stimulant.

Dosing

Barberry berries and root bark have been used as a source of berberine. Daily doses of 2 g of the berries have been used, but there are no clinical studies to substantiate barberry's varied uses.

Contraindications

Barberry is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to M. aquifolium .

Pregnancy/Lactation

Documented adverse effects (including uterine stimulant effects). Avoid use.

Interactions

None well documented.

Adverse Reactions

Hypersensitivity reactions (eg, burning, itching, redness) have occurred in some patients using topical dosage forms.

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