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Rhamnus Frangula

Q to 6XRham-f
Rhamnus Frangula · Alder Buckthorn · "The Alder Buckthorn Laxative"
LaxativeAnthraquinoneGlycosidesTraditionalHerbal

Prepared from Alder Buckthorn bark, containing anthraquinone glycosides (notably glucofrangulin) that provide gentle laxative/purgative action, related botanically and pharmacologically to Rhamnus Catharticus and Cascara Sagrada.

THE ESSENCE
Gentle laxative action via anthraquinone glycoside content, related to Cascara Sagrada.
Laxative action via anthraquinone glycosides
Give when you see
Gentle laxative — anthraquinone glycoside content
Related to Rhamnus Catharticus and Cascara Sagrada
Traditional herbal remedy
WORSE FROM
Not well documented
BETTER FROM
Not well documented
BODY SYSTEMS
Laxative action via anthraquinone glycosides
DOSAGE
potency: Q to 6Xfrequency: As directed by practitionerduration: Short acute course
Informational only. These are general references — always consult a qualified homeopath for diagnosis and treatment.
RELATIONSHIPS
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Rhamnus Catharticus, Cascara Sagrada, Senna