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Black mulberry

The black mulberry is a plant whose ripe berries and root bark are used to make medicine.

Black mulberry is used as a laxative and to treat a runny nose.

How does black mulberry work?

The fruit of the black mulberry contains pectin, which could act as a laxative, helping the stool to pass through the digestive tract.

How effective is black mulberry?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of black mulberry for constipation and runny nose. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of black mulberry in these applications.

Safety and side effects

There is not enough information to evaluate the safety and safety of black mulberry.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Not enough is known about the use of black mulberry during pregnancy and breastfeeding, so pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid using black mulberry to be on the safe side.

Diabetes: Black mulberry may lower blood sugar levels. For this reason, diabetics should carefully monitor their blood sugar levels while using black mulberry. It is possible that diabetes medication may need to be adjusted.

Surgeries: Black m ulberry appears to lower blood sugar levels, so it could affect blood sugar control during and after surgery. For this reason, you should stop taking black mulberry at least two weeks before any upcoming operations.

Interactions

Care should be taken when combining black m ulberry with the following medications:

Diabetes medications

Black m ulberry leaves may lower blood sugar levels. Diabetes medications are also used to lower blood sugar levels. Taking black mulberry leaves in combination with diabetes medication could result in an excessive drop in blood sugar levels. For this reason, blood sugar levels should be carefully monitored. It is possible that the dosage of diabetes medication may need to be adjusted.

Dosage

An appropriate dosage of black mulberry depends on various factors such as age, health status and others. At this time, there is insufficient scientific data to determine appropriate dosage ranges for black mulberry-derived products. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.

References

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