Sliced buckthorn bark

Rhamnus bark by Jacob Hooy.

Rhamnus bark, cut. Rhamnus bark, cut.

Instructions for use
Prepare as a herbal tea. Use 1 teaspoon of finely chopped bark per teacup, and pour boiling water over it. Then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. To prepare as a decoction: use 0.5 to 3 g per teacup or 10 to 20 g per litre of water. Simmer gently for 10 minutes and leave to infuse for 6 hours. Then strain. Drink one cup in the morning and one in the evening, or drink 2 to 3 cups a day, either hot or cold, throughout the day.

Storage advice
Store in a dry, cool, dark place, in a sealed container and out of the reach of children.

Warnings
Do not use during pregnancy or whilst breastfeeding. Do not use if you have stomach ache or abdominal cramps. Not suitable for children under 12 years of age. Caution: Consult a doctor, therapist or expert before using plants if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or suffering from an illness. Plants may have side effects, contraindications and interactions with other medicines.