Crataegus laevigata

The English name for this herb is Hawthrone.

Warning: Nausea, stomach upset, dizziness or drowsiness may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: fatigue, sweating, unusually fast or irregular heart beat, chest pain, trouble sleeping, mental/mood changes, tremor. An allergic reaction to this product is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. Hawthorn must not be used during pregnancy. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this product is not recommended.

Description

Crataegus laevigata. a deciduous tree. 15in to 20in tall with an equal spread, rounded tree crown, slow growth rate, medium texture. FLowers: White flowers, blooms in mid, May, borne in corymbs. Fruits: A red pome, 0.5" in diameter, matures early to mid fall.

Crataegus laevigata's Leaves. Alternate leaf arrangement, simple, deciduous leaves, 2.5" long, lobed, rounded, serrulate leaf margins, dark green leaf color.

Pharmacological Actions

None recorded.

Indications

The indications of Crataegus laevigata are Hypertension, Congestive Heart Failure, Angina pectoris.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

None recorded.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

None recorded.

Dosage

Part	Dose	Instructions
Whole Herb	80.000 – 300.000 mg	Hawthrone may take one or two months for maximum effects and should be considered a long-term therapy.

Available Brands

None recorded.

Compound Preparations

No Compound Preparation information is available for Crataegus laevigata.

Substitutes

No information regarding Crataegus laevigata's substitute is currently available.

Active Constituents

No information regarding Crataegus laevigata's active constituent is currently available.

Antidotes

No information regarding Crataegus laevigata's antidote is currently available.

Toxicity

Currently no Toxicity information is available for Crataegus laevigata. (work in progress)