Hawthorn Heart Herbal Tincture

With a long history of use, especially for cardiotonic activity, Hawthorn is one of the oldest known medicinal plants used in European medicine. Among its numerous benefits, Hawthorn Berry's most known use is for its ability to improve the heart’s pumping power by increasing "ejection fraction". If you are not taking other prescriptions and do not have a history of heart failure, Hawthorn Berry in tincture form may be used for an extended period of time, however, overdose can actually cause converse effects of arrhythmia as well as dangerously low blood pressure in some people. The most common adverse effects are vertigo and dizziness. Use cautiously and under the care of a qualified expert when taking antidepressant medications. Do not use if you have bipolar disorder. Do not take this tincture if you are a pregnant woman or breastfeeding. Children should not take Hawthorn Berry preparations. Heart disease is a serious condition. Do not self-treat heart conditions without telling your doctor. You should use Hawthorn Berry tincture under your healthcare provider’s supervision. Do not take if you are being treated for Bipolar.