Cranberry Standardized

Vaccinium macrocarpon (36mg PACs)

Family: Ericaceae Evidence: A capsuleextract

Standardized cranberry with 36mg proanthocyanidins (PACs) per dose — the clinical dose for UTI prevention. PACs prevent E. coli from adhering to bladder wall. Takes daily use for prevention (not treatment). 36mg PACs = 10 oz pure cranberry juice.

Safety Profile

PregnancySafe
BreastfeedingSafe
PediatricSafe

Contraindications

Kidney stones (oxalates). Aspirin allergy (contains salicylate).

Interactions

Warfarin (variable — monitor INR), antibiotics (synergistic).

Side Effects

GI upset. Very safe. Kidney stones with excessive consumption.

Kidney: Oxalates at high doses — kidney stone risk.
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