Cranberry Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Cranberry, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Cranberry brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Cranberry

Pronunciation : KRAN ber ee

Brand Names or Trade Names of Cranberry

International :

Azo-Cranberry, Cranberry

Overview of Cranberry

Note: This medication has not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Why is Cranberry Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a herbal product, prescribed for urinary tract infection. This medication can aid in the prevention of cancer and heart diseases.

When should Cranberry not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Cranberry?

Adult doses is ranged from 120 to 4,000 mL/day.
Children- 5 mL/kg (up to 300 mL) daily in divided doses.

How should Cranberry be taken?

It comes as a juice or capsule to take by mouth, as directed by your physician.

What are the warnings and precautions for Cranberry?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, kidney stones, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breast-feeding.

• Sugar patients should consume the juice without sugar.

What are the side effects of Cranberry?

Genitourinary- Pain or burning sensation in urethra, blood in urine and decreased urine output.
Gastrointestinal- Severe stomach pain.
Severe allergic reactions- Rash, hives, itching, difficulty in breathing, tightness in the chest and swelling of the mouth, face, lips or tongue.