Products
Raspberry leaves are available in pharmacies and drugstores as open goods. Retailers can purchase them from specialized companies.
Stem plant
The parent plant is the raspberry L. from the rose family. It is known mainly for its fruits. However, in pharmacy, it is mainly the leaves that are used.
Medicinal drug
The raspberry leaves (Rubi idaei folium), the dried leaves of the plant, are used as a medicinal drug.
Ingredients
The ingredients of the leaves include:
- Tannins, tannins, ellagic acid.
- Flavonoids
- Vitamin C
Effects
Preparations of raspberry leaves have antidiarrheal and astringent (astringent and tanning) properties.
Indications for use
Preparations of raspberry leaves are traditionally used for diarrhea and for inflammation of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa because of the tannins. Raspberry leaves are also commonly taken as a tea during late pregnancy to facilitate childbirth (pre-natal tea). Whether the tea is suitable for this purpose is disputed in the scientific literature. According to the comprehensive analysis by Holst et al. (2009), there is insufficient scientific evidence. Critically, the authors note: “”
Dosage
The tea is prepared as an infusion.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
We do not have a complete list of precautions.
Adverse effects
Possible adverse effects include constipation, which may be caused by the tannins.
