Overview

Pedunculate oak (Quercus robur) is a type of oak tree commonly found in Europe. Its bark contains high amounts of antioxidants called ellagitannins.

Pedunculate oak might have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, which are likely due to the ellagitannins in its bark.

People use pedunculate oak for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), liver damage caused by alcohol, athletic performance, wound healing, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for PEDUNCULATE OAK overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Pedunculate oak wood extract is possibly safe. A specific wood extract (Robuvit, Horphag Research Ltd.) has been used safely for up to 12 weeks.

When applied to the skin: Pedunculate oak leaf extract is possibly safe when used short-term.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Pedunculate oak wood extract is possibly safe. A specific wood extract (Robuvit, Horphag Research Ltd.) has been used safely for up to 12 weeks.

When applied to the skin: Pedunculate oak leaf extract is possibly safe when used short-term.


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

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for PEDUNCULATE OAK overview.

Dosing

A specific pedunculate oak wood extract (Robuvit, Horphag Research Ltd.) has most often been used by adults in doses of 200-600 mg by mouth daily for up to 6 months. Speak with a healthcare provider to find out what dose might be best for a specific condition.

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