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Bayberry (Wax Myrtle)
Bayberry (Wax Myrtle)
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BASIC INFORMATIONBiological name (genus and species):
Myrica cerifera
Parts used for medicinal purposes:
Bark
Berries/fruits
Leaves
Chemicals this herb contains:
Gallic acid
Mycricic acid containing palmitin
Myricinic acid, related to saponin
Resin (See Glossary)
Tannic acid
KNOWN EFFECTS
Shrinks tissues.
Prevents secretion of fluids.
Interferes with absorption of iron and other minerals when
taken internally.
Miscellaneous information:
Injections of bark extract has caused cancer in laboratory
animals.
Frequently used as a basic ingredient in cosmetics,
pharmaceuticals, candle making.
UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS
Internally:
Causes vomiting.
Treats the common cold.
Treats diarrhea.
Treats jaundice.
EXTERNALLY:
Heals ulcers.
Treats gum problems.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if you:
Are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan pregnancy in
the near future.
Consult your doctor if you:
Take this herb for any medical problem that doesn't improve in
2 weeks. There may be safer, more-effective treatments.
Take any medicinal drugs or herbs including aspirin, laxatives,
cold and cough remedies, antacids, vitamins, minerals, amino
acids, supplements, other prescription or non-prescription
drugs.
Pregnancy:
Problems in pregnant women taking small or usual amounts have
not been proved. But the chance of problems does exist. Don't
use unless prescribed by your doctor.
Breast-feeding:
Problems in breast-fed infants of lactating mothers taking
small or usual amounts have not been proved. But the chance of
problems does exist. Don't use unless prescribed by your doctor.
Infants and children:
Treating infants and children under 2 with any herbal
preparation is hazardous.
Others:
None expected if you are beyond childhood and under 45,
basically healthy and take for only a short time.
Storage:
Keep cool and dry, but don't freeze. Store safely away from
children.
Safe dosage:
At present no "safe" dosage has been established.
TOXICITY
Rated relatively safe when taken in appropriate quantities for
short periods of time.
ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS
None expected
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From Complete Guide to Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements by H. Winter Griffith, M.D. Copyright by Putnam Publishing
Group. Electronic rights by Medical Data Exchange.
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