What is Azo-Cranberry (cranberry)?
Cranberry is produced from the berry fruit of a North American evergreen shrub. Cranberry has been used in alternative medicine to prevent bladder symptoms such as pain or burning with urination. Cranberry will not treat the bacteria that causes a bladder infection. Cranberry has also been used to reduce the odor of urine and to improve the quality of life in people who have urinary incontinence. Cranberry has not been approved by the FDA to treat any disease, and it should not be substituted for prescription medications. Cranberry has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or purity. All potential risks and/or advantages of cranberry may not be known. Additionally, there are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for these compounds. Some marketed herbal supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination. Cranberry may also h
