Family

• Rosaceae

Constituents

• Tannins (leaves)
• Flavonoids
• Folic acid
• Fructose
• Lactic acid
• Tonic acid (leaves)
• Phosphoric acid

Parts used

• Dried Leaves 
• Fruit 
• Grains 

Properties

• Promotes digestion
• Antispasmodic
• Spasmolytic
• Astringent
• Tonic action on the uterus
• Antioxidant
• Diuretic

Indications

• Gastrointestinal problems
• Tonic effect on the uterus during pregnancy (in the last 3 months) and during labor
• Pain during childbirth
• Painful menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea)
• Heavy menstruation
• Diarrhea
• Sore throat 
• Angina

Side effects

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Contraindications

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Interactions

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Forms of use

• Raspberry leaf infusion
• Raspberry leaf capsules
  • 1 capsule often includes 500-600 mg of dried raspberry leaves
  • Dosage: Consume 2 to 4 capsules daily
• Tincture of raspberry leaves
  • The posology can be from 5 ml 2 times a day