An evidence-based systematic review of elderberry and elderflower (Sambucus nigra) by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration
An evidence-based systematic review of elderberry and elderflower (Sambucus nigra) by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration
Ulbricht et al., 2014 | J Diet Suppl | Systematic Review
Citation
Ulbricht Catherine, Basch Ethan, ... Wortley Jayme. An evidence-based systematic review of elderberry and elderflower (Sambucus nigra) by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration. J Diet Suppl. 2014-Mar;11(1):80-120. doi:10.3109/19390211.2013.859852
Abstract
An evidence-based systematic review of elderberry and elderflower (Sambucus nigra) by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration consolidates the safety and efficacy data available in the scientific literature using a validated, reproducible grading rationale. This article includes written and statistical analysis of clinical trials, plus a compilation of expert opinion, folkloric precedent, history, pharmacology, kinetics/dynamics, interactions, adverse effects, toxicology, and dosing.
Key Findings
This article includes written and statistical analysis of clinical trials, plus a compilation of expert opinion, folkloric precedent, history, pharmacology, kinetics/dynamics, interactions, adverse effects, toxicology, and dosing.
Outcomes Measured
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Population
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | See abstract |
| Sample Size | See abstract |
| Age Range | See abstract |
| Condition | See abstract |
MeSH Terms
- Cooperative Behavior
- Evidence-Based Medicine
- Flowers
- Fruit
- Humans
- Phytotherapy
- Plant Extracts
- Sambucus nigra
Evidence Classification
- Level: Systematic Review
- Publication Types: Journal Article, Systematic Review
- Vertical: elderberry
Provenance
- PMID: 24409980
- DOI: 10.3109/19390211.2013.859852
- PMCID: Not in PMC
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