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Cranberry

Latest prescription information about Cranberry. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Cranberry
Pronunciation : KRAN ber ee
Trade Name(s): 
International- Azo-Cranberry, Cranberry.
Overview : 
Note: This medication has not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Why it is 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 it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Hypersensitivity.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category N : Not yet classified.


When it is to be taken : 
Adult doses is ranged from 120 to 4,000 mL/day.
Children- 5 mL/kg (up to 300 mL) daily in divided doses.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a juice or capsule to take by mouth, as directed by your physician.
Special Instruction : 
* 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.
Side Effects : 
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.
Other Precautions : 
*Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it in an airtight container, away from moisture, heat and light.

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