Herbs & Supplements

Arandano Scientific Name: Cranberry Other Names: American Cranberry, Mossberry, Vaccinium species When should I be careful taking it? Precautions Cranberries contain chemicals called oxalates, which may contribute to the formation of some types of kidney stones. Drinking large amounts of cranberry juice (more than about a quart per day) or taking concentrated cranberry supplements may increase the risk of developing kidney stones. Therefore, individuals who have or who ever have had kidney stones should not consume very large amounts of cranberries or use supplemental cranberry products. Cranberries and cranberry juice are naturally sour. Commercial cranberry products may have significant amounts of sugar added to make them taste better. Individuals with diabetes may want to use artificially sweetened cranberry products or limit their consumption of regular cranberry sauce, juice, or cocktail. << Back What side effects should I watch for? >>

Note: The above information is not intended to replace the advice of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not meant to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.

In general, herbal products are not subject to review or approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). They are not required to be standardized, meaning that the amounts of active ingredients or contaminants they contain may vary between brands or between different batches of the same brand. Not all of the risks, side effects, or interactions associated with the use of herbal products are known because few reliable studies of their use in humans have been done.

This information is provided for your education only. Please share this information with your healthcare provider and be sure that you talk to your doctor and pharmacist about all the prescription and non-prescription medicines you take before you begin to use any herbal product.