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Prunus africana
African cherry
Prostate-related urinary symptoms
Traditional use
Urinary retention, blood, fever or pain: seek medical advice promptly.
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Rhamnus frangula
Alder buckthorn
Occasional constipation
Reported uses, not demonstrated
Informational leaflet: no preparation or dose proposed; seek professional advice before use.
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Withania somnifera
Ashwagandha
Stress and sleep
Reported uses, not demonstrated
Jaundice, dark urine or feeling unwell after taking it: stop and seek medical advice.
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Vaccinium myrtillus
Bilberry
Heavy legs
Traditional use
Seek medical advice if symptoms persist beyond two weeks; no prolonged unsupervised use.
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Solanum dulcamara
Bittersweet
Mild recurrent eczema
Traditional use
An information profile on a plant with risks; do not ingest.
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Sambucus nigra
Black elder
Onset of a cold
Traditional use
Seek medical advice in cases of fever, shortness of breath or worsening symptoms.
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Ribes nigrum
Blackcurrant — leaf
Joints
Traditional use
Red, swollen joint or fever; blood in the urine or urinary pain: seek medical advice.
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Plantago ovata
Blond psyllium
Bowel function — husks
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Pain, vomiting or persistent constipation: seek medical advice.
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Ruscus aculeatus
Butcher's broom
Heavy legs
Traditional use
Persistence beyond two weeks, bleeding or sudden swelling: seek medical advice.
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Rosa centifolia
Cabbage rose
Mouth and throat
Traditional use
The hydrosol and essential oil are not validated by the petal monograph.
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Rhamnus purshianus
Cascara
Occasional constipation
Reported uses, not demonstrated
Informational leaflet: no preparation or dose proposed; seek professional advice before use.
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Ricinus communis
Castor — oil
Occasional constipation
Well-established medicinal use (EMA)
Never use to induce labor; no prolonged course.
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Uncaria tomentosa
Cat's claw
What the assessment concludes
Reported uses, not demonstrated
Informational entry: no therapeutic preparation or dose suggested.
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Vitex agnus-castus
Chaste tree
Premenstrual syndrome
Well-established medicinal use (EMA)
Persistent or worsening symptoms: seek medical advice.
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Prunus avium
Cherry tree — cherry stalks
Urinary comfort
Traditional use
Fever, painful urination, spasms or blood in the urine: seek medical advice.
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Rheum palmatum
Chinese rhubarb
Occasional constipation
Well-established medicinal use (EMA)
Persistent constipation: investigate the cause; do not repeat treatment courses.
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Syzygium aromaticum
Clove tree
Temporary toothache
Traditional use
Neither ingestion of essential oil nor undiluted application is recommended.
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Symphytum officinale
Common comfrey
Minor injuries
Traditional use
Adults, topical use only: no longer than 10 days with a quality-controlled product. Do not swallow or prepare at home.
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Polygonum aviculare
Common knotgrass
Mouth irritation
Reported uses, not demonstrated
Informational leaflet: no preparation or dose proposed; seek professional advice before use.
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Polypodium vulgare
Common polypody
Cough associated with a cold
Traditional use
Fever, breathlessness or purulent sputum: seek medical advice.
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Salvia officinalis
Common sage
Digestion and sweating
Traditional use
Essential oil: unfavorable benefit–risk balance according to the EMA; do not ingest.
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Primula veris
Cowslip
Traditional expectoration
Traditional use
Flowers and roots are not interchangeable. Primula allergy; seek medical advice for gastritis or ulcers.
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Vaccinium macrocarpon
Cranberry
Recurrent urinary complaints
Reported uses, not demonstrated
Fever, lower back pain or blood in the urine: seek medical advice promptly.
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Taraxacum officinale
Dandelion
Digestion and appetite
Traditional use
Root only for this decoction. Biliary or liver disease: seek medical advice before use.
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