HerbUva Ursi
Traditional use for mild recurrent lower urinary tract infections is recognized, but modern evidence is limited and often suggests insufficient efficacy for established infections.
Benefits
- Traditionally recognized for urinary antiseptic
- astringent
- and anti-inflammatory properties
- may support urinary tract health by inhibiting bacterial growth and reducing inflammation.
Key compounds
Arbutinhydroquinonemethylarbutingallic acidellagic acidtanninsflavonoidsiridoids
May help with
- Traditionally used in herbal medicine for the relief of symptoms associated with mild recurrent lower urinary tract infections
- such as burning sensation and frequent urination.
Best for these goals
Traditionally recognized for urinary antisepticastringentand anti-inflammatory propertiesmay support urinary tract health by inhibiting bacterial growth and reducing inflammation.
How to use it
Herbal tea, capsules, tablets, dry extract, liquid extract
Evidence level
Traditional
Cautions & interactions
Possibly unsafe in high doses or long-term due to potential liver damage, eye problems, and convulsions. Avoid during pregnancy and lactation, in children, and with kidney disorders. May cause nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, and greenish-brown urine. | Interactions: Uva ursi might have a diuretic effect, potentially decreasing lithium excretion; consult a healthcare provider if taking lithium. Drug interactions are not fully understood.
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