Blackmores Raspberry Leaf
Raspberry Leaf has been traditionally used during the third trimester of pregnancy to facilitate childbirth.
Features and benefits
- Used during the third trimester of pregnancy to facilitate childbirth.
- Prepares the uterus for labour.
- Facilitates childbirth.
How it works
- Blackmores Raspberry Leaf has traditionally been used in pregnancy to help the mother prepare for the birth. It is thought that raspberry leaf may build up the strength of the uterine muscle, leading to an easier birth.
- Raspberry leaf appears to have two different actions. It can help to relax uterine muscle, as well as initiate contractions. Research suggests that raspberry leaf may help reduce the risk of uncoordinated uterine action, by regulating the action of the uterine muscle.
- An Australian study found that raspberry leaf can reduce the duration of the second stage of labour, with no side-effects noted in either the women or their babies. In this study it was found that women taking raspberry leaf had less intervention during labour.
Dosage
Adults - Take 3 tablets 4 to 5 times a day with meals during the third trimester of pregnancy, or as professionally prescribed
Contraindications & Cautions
- Always read the label. Use only as directed.
- As pregnancy is a special event please ensure you inform your healthcare professional of all medication you are taking during pregnancy.
Active Ingredients Per Tablet
| Rubus idaeus (Raspberry) leaf powder | 100 mg |
| Rubus idaeus (Raspberry) extract equivalent to dry leaf (Total equiv. Rubus idaeus 300 mg) |
200 mg |
Physical Description
A grey/brown, biconvex tablet with an embossed B and a break bar.
