General Dosage
1.2-2.4g dried leaf daily as tea (2-3 cups), or 2 x 300mg tablets daily, starting from 32 weeks of pregnancy
Maximum dose: 3-4 cups of tea daily in late pregnancy; no established upper limit from clinical data
Red Raspberry Leaf Dosage Guide
Evidence:Preliminary
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 1.2-2.4g dried leaf daily as tea (2-3 cups), or 2 x 300mg tablets daily, starting from 32 weeks of pregnancy
Timing: Throughout the day as tea; start no earlier than 32 weeks in pregnancy unless directed by midwife
Dosage by Condition
Labor preparation (from 32 weeks)
2.4g daily as tea or 2 x 300mg tabletsPreliminary
General uterine toning (non-pregnant)
1-2 cups of tea dailyPreliminary
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Labor preparation (from 32 weeks) | 2.4g daily as tea or 2 x 300mg tablets | Preliminary |
| General uterine toning (non-pregnant) | 1-2 cups of tea daily | Preliminary |
Upper limit: 3-4 cups of tea daily in late pregnancy; no established upper limit from clinical data
Timing & Absorption
Throughout the day as tea; start no earlier than 32 weeks in pregnancy unless directed by midwife
Can be taken with or without food.
References
- RCTSimpson M, Parsons M, Greenwood J, Wade K (2001). Raspberry leaf in pregnancy: its safety and efficacy in labor. Journal of Midwifery & Women's Health. DOI PubMed
- ObservationalParsons M, Simpson M, Ponton T (1999). Raspberry leaf and its effect on labour: safety and efficacy. Australian College of Midwives Incorporated Journal. DOI PubMed
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