Uva ursi is used as a diuretic, urinary antiseptic for bladder and kidney infections, hemorrhoids, and womb problems. It is very good as a postpartum remedy to prevent infections.
Most research has focused on uva ursi’s urinary antiseptic component, arbutin, which typically composes 7–9% of the leaves. However, crude plant extracts are much more effective medicinally than isolated arbutin. Uva ursi is reported to be a good diuretic and especially active against E. coli.
Uva ursi is used as a diuretic, urinary antiseptic for bladder and kidney infections, hemorrhoids, and womb problems (very good as a postpartum remedy to prevent infections). It strengthens the heart muscle and helps disorders of the spleen, liver, pancreas, and small intestines. It is good for female disorders.
DIRECTIONS OF USE
Adults: Take 3 capsules twice daily with meals. If you are taking other medications or natural health products, take this product a few hours before or after them. Do not take with highly acidic foods (e.g. citrus fruits or juice) or medication which may acidify urine.
Duration of use: Not for prolonged use. Use for up to 7 days.
WARNINGS
Contains no: Gluten, soy, wheat, corn, eggs, dairy, yeast, citrus, preservatives, artificial flavour or colour, starch, or sugar.
Cautions and warnings: For adult use only. Consult a health-care practitioner prior to use if you have a liver disorder, fever, painful urination (dysuria), spasms, or blood in urine. Consult a health-care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Do not exceed recommended dose.
Contraindications: Do not take if you are pregnant or breast-feeding; or if you have been diagnosed with a kidney disorder.
Known adverse reactions: May cause discoloured urine. If nausea or vomiting occur, discontinue use.
Do not use if seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.
INGREDIENTS
| Each vegetable capsule contains: | |
| Uva-ursi (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) leaf | 435 mg |
| Other ingredients: Non‑GMO vegetable capsule composed of vegetable carbohydrate gum and purified water. | |
