- Bearberry Indications
- Bearberry Properties
- How to use the bearberry
- Side Effects of Bearberry
- Contraindications for Bearberry
Bearberry is a medicinal plant, also known as buxilo, arbutus, bears, bear grape or búulo, widely used as an antiseptic and diuretic, being very effective in the treatment of urinary infections and genital organs.
Its scientific name is Arctostaphylos uva-ursi L. and can be purchased at some health food stores and markets.
Bearberry Indications
Bearberry is used to treat cystitis, kidney stones, urinary infections, sore throats, vaginitis, discharge, inflammation of the prostate, inflammation of the urethra, blenorrhagia, diarrhea and dysentery.
Bearberry Properties
The properties of bearberry include its antibacterial, astringent, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and diuretic action.
How to use the bearberry
The used part of the bearberry is its leaves.
- Tea for urinary tract infection: boil 50 to 60 grams of bearberry leaves in 1 liter of water for approximately 15 minutes. Drink 3 to 4 cups daily.
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Home treatment for urinary tract infection
Side Effects of Bearberry
Side effects of bearberry can include irritability, nausea, vomiting and insomnia.
Contraindications for Bearberry
Bearberry is contraindicated for pregnant women, children under 12 and individuals with stomach problems.
