About herbal vaccinium macrocarpon
Cranberry dietary supplement
Used for
- Used to help prevent recurrent urinary tract infections; evidence is mixed.
- Does not treat an active urinary tract infection.
Usual adult dose
No standard dose; products vary in cranberry extract and active ingredients.
Common side effects
Important warnings
- May increase kidney-stone risk in susceptible people.
- Seek medical assessment for urinary symptoms, fever, or back pain.
Pregnancy
Safety and effectiveness are not well established; avoid medicinal use unless advised by a clinician.
Breastfeeding
Safety information is limited; medicinal use is not well established.
Interactions
- May interact with warfarin and affect bleeding risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.