Overview

Black mulberry (Morus nigra) is a plant found worldwide. The ripe berry, twigs, and root bark are used to make medicine. The ripe berry is also eaten.

Black mulberry fruit contains pectin, which might act as a laxative. Chemicals in black mulberry fruit and black mulberry twigs might have blood sugar lowering effects.

People use black mulberry for constipation, symptoms of menopause, runny nose, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Don't confuse black mulberry with white mulberry. These are not the same.



Uses & Effectiveness

We currently have no information for Black Mulberry overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Black mulberry fruit and the molasses made from the fruit is possibly safe when eaten as a food. The fruit is commonly used in foods, but there isn't enough reliable information to know if it is safe to use as a medicine. Black mulberry leaf is possibly safe when taken as a medicine, short-term. Black mulberry leaf powder has been used safely for up to 60 days.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Black mulberry fruit and the molasses made from the fruit is possibly safe when eaten as a food. The fruit is commonly used in foods, but there isn't enough reliable information to know if it is safe to use as a medicine. Black mulberry leaf is possibly safe when taken as a medicine, short-term. Black mulberry leaf powder has been used safely for up to 60 days.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if black mulberry is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Allergies: People who are allergic to fig might also be allergic to black mulberry.

Surgery: Black mulberry seems to lower blood sugar levels. It might interfere with blood sugar control during and after surgery. Stop using black mulberry at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.

Interactions

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs) interacts with Black Mulberry

    Black mulberry leaf might lower blood sugar levels. Taking black mulberry leaf along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.

  • Midazolam (Versed) interacts with Black Mulberry

    The body breaks down midazolam to get rid of it. Black mulberry might slow the breakdown of midazolam. This might increase the effects and side effects of midazolam.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of black mulberry might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
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