What is Uva Ursi Arctostaphylos uva-ursi?Its History,Phytochemicals,Mode of Action and Magic Superstition?

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Uva Ursi Extract INCI Name Arctostaphylos Uva-ursi Extract CAS:84776-10-3 EINECS ELINCS No 283-934-3 Arberry Leaf Rockberry leaf Bearberry leaf extract photo picture image arrowitembigName:Uva Ursi Extract.
 Serie No:P081
 Specifications:10:1.TLC
 INCI Name:ARCTOSTAPHYLOS UVA URSI EXTRACT
 EINECS/ELINCS No.:283-934-3
 CAS:84776-10-3
 Chem/IUPAC Name:Arctostaphylos Uva-ursi Extract is an extract of the leaves of the bearberry, Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, Ericaceae
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Reducing accumulations of uric acid in the body.
Kidney and urinary bladder inflammation.
Bladder and kidneys.
Diuretic action.
Treat infections such as cystitis, urethritis and nephritis.
Promote the growth of allatoin.
Soothing and tissue-repairing properties.
PMS related bloating feeling.
Weight loss and urine flow.
High Blood Pressure.
Bed wetting problems.
Wounds/Infections.

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Like many other herbs, Uva Ursi has a long history of effective use. From the Middle Ages, the herbals indicate that Uva Ursi was a reliable diuretic effectively used in urinary infection. By the end of the 1700's it had become official in the London Pharmacopoeia. Uva Ursi, commonly known as Bearberry, has a long history of use as an herbal tonic for urinary tract health. It stimulates the kidneys and the bladder, and nourishes the entire urinary tract. Uva Ursi is a woman's favorite for promoting water-weight balance.
Like many other herbs, Uva Ursi has a long history of effective use. From the Middle Ages, the herbals indicate that Uva Ursi was a reliable diuretic effectively used in urinary infection. By the end of the 1700's it had become official in the London Pharmacopoeia.
Dosage: Powder - 20 - 60 grains;Infusion - 3 - 5 oz;Tincture - 10 - 20 drops;Fluid extract - 1/2 - 1 tsp;Average dose - 2.0 gram

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Note: Because it has the potential to cause kidney, liver, or stomach damage, uva ursi should be taken no longer than 5 days at a time. Its oral use should be limited to only a few times a year, as well.
Arbutin:Reproductive Data.TDLo - Lowest published toxic dose.Oral.Rodent - rat,13600 mg/kg.Sex/Duration: female 14 day(s) pre-mating,female 20 day(s) after conception.Toxic Effects:Reproductive - Maternal Effects - ovaries, fallopian tubes;Reproductive - Effects on Embryo or Fetus - fetotoxicity (except death, e.g., stunted fetus).
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last edit date:09th,Nov.2009.