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cranberry
Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources
What is cranberry?
Generic Name: cranberry
Other Brand Names:
Azo-Cranberry
Cranberry is produced from the berry fruit of a North American evergreen shrub.
Cranberry has been used in alternative medicine to prevent bladder symptoms such as
pain or burning with urination. Cranberry will not treat the bacteria that causes a bladder
infection.
Cranberry has also been used to reduce the odor of urine and to improve the quality of life
in people who have urinary incontinence.
Cranberry has not been approved by the FDA to treat any disease, and it should not
be substituted for prescription medications.
Cranberry has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or purity. All
potential risks and/or advantages of cranberry may not be known. Additionally, there are no
regulated manufacturing standards in place for these compounds. Some marketed herbal
supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health
supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Cranberry may also have other uses not listed in this medication guide.
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