Summary for Cascara

  • Scientific Names: Frangula purshianus; Rhamnus purshiana
  • Indications: Atonic constipation, dyspepsia, colitis, diverticulitis, dyspepsia, gallstones, gout, hemorrhoids, hypertension, indigestion, insomnia, jaundice, liver disease, nervous disorders, parasites, stomach disorders
  • Synonym: Rhamnaceae
  • Class: Stimulant laxative
  • Half-life: N/A
  • Clinically important, potentially hazardous interactions with:
    Antiarrhythmics, Cardiac glycosides, Corticosteroids, Licorice, Thiazide diuretics

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Page last updated 08/20/2025

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Incidence - Help

<1% 1‑5% 5‑10% 10‑15% 15‑20% 20‑30% >30%

Seriousness - Help

Hospitalization possible
Life threatening
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Warnings in other populations - Help

BreastfeedingBreast feeding

GeriatricGeriatric

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