Bark with purgative functionality, used in the herbal and food supplement industry.
Family
Rhamnaceae
Origin
POLAND
Active Principles
Anthraquinone glycosides: Glucofrangulins and Frangulins. Fiscione, Chrysophanol and Tannins.
Curiosity
Among the traditional remedies to treat constipation, together with senna, aloe, cassia and rhubarb.
Contraindications
Not recommended for people with peptic ulcers and gastritis.
Not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to lack of data on safety of consumption.
Discontinue in case of colitis to avoid loss of electrolytes.
