Uva ursi
2licensed products
1 monograph
Tablet, Oral Liquid
Health Canada Monographs
1Approved Health Claims
1- (Traditionally) used in Herbal Medicine (as a mild diuretic) to help relieve symptoms associated with mild recurrent lower urinary tract infections, such as burning sensation and/or frequent urination
Conditions Requiring Product Details
1These official statements are conditional. They are not presented as approved for Uva ursi until the product’s ingredients, dose, or claim context proves that they apply.
Caution to verifyAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have a liver disorder, fever, painful urination (dysuria), spasms, or blood in urineBearberry - Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi · Products providing 60 milligrams or more of dried leaves and/or products providing 20 milligrams or more of Arbutin, per day
Approved Dose Ranges
4| Population | Dose Range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
Adults 18 years and older Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine/Used in Herbal Medicine | 0.3–1.33 grams | per day |
Adults 18 years and older Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine/Used in Herbal Medicine | 1.5–8 grams | per day |
Adults 18 years and older Used in Herbal Medicine (non-traditional claim only) | 100–210 milligrams | per day |
Adults 18 years and older Used in Herbal Medicine (non-traditional claim only) | 500–700 milligrams | per day |
Cautions & Contraindications
2cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsenApplies to: All products
contraindicationDo not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Alternative Names
5Bear-grape(common)Bearberry(common)Kinnikinnick(common)Uva ursi(common)Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Common Quantities in Licensed Products
23 X1 licensed products
8 mg1 licensed products
Related Ingredients
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