Bilberry fruit

Myrtilli fructus, bilberry, blueberry.  

Bilberry consists of the dried, ripe fruit of Vaccinium myrtillus L.  [Fam.  Ericaceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.  

The drug contains tannins, anthocyanins, and flavonoid glycosides.  

Uses

Nonspecific, acute diarrhea.  

Local therapy of mild inflammation of the mucous membranes of mouth and throat.  

Contraindications

None known.  

Side Effects

None known.  

None known.  

Internal:

• Daily dosage 20 - 60 g.  

External:

• 10 percent decoction;
  
• equivalent preparations.  

Dried drug for infusions, as well as other galenical preparations for internal use and local application.  

If diarrhea persists for more than 3 - 4 days, consult a physician.  

Astringent