Blackcurrant

Ribes nigrum

Family: Grossulariaceae Evidence: C teatincturecapsulesyrup

European shrub whose vitamin-C-rich fruits are used for colds and infections. The leaves are diuretic and antirheumatic, while the seed oil is rich in gamma-linolenic acid and used for eczema, arthritis, and menstrual irregularities.

Safety Profile

PregnancyLikely Safe
BreastfeedingLikely Safe
PediatricSafe

Contraindications

None well established

Interactions

Seed oil may potentiate anticoagulant medications due to GLA content

Side Effects

Generally well tolerated

Surgery: No specific warnings
Liver: No specific warnings
Kidney: No specific warnings
Allergy: No specific warnings
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