Cascara sagrada Benefits & Uses

Cascara sagrada is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Cascara sagrada Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Cascara sagrada Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cascara sagrada is used -

Cascara sagrada Related Warnings

Is the use of Cascara sagrada safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Cascara sagrada will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Cascara sagrada safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Cascara sagrada for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cascara sagrada on the Kidneys?

Cascara sagrada does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cascara sagrada on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Cascara sagrada on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cascara sagrada on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Cascara sagrada for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cascara sagrada with Other Drugs

Cascara sagrada should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Cascara sagrada Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cascara sagrada unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Cascara sagrada

Is this Cascara sagrada habit forming or addictive?

Cascara sagrada does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cascara sagrada since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Cascara sagrada should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cascara sagrada is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cascara sagrada Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cascara sagrada

Taking Cascara sagrada with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cascara sagrada

Information about the interaction of Cascara sagrada and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown