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Wild Cherry Bark (Prunus serotina) as a tool for helping with Muscle spasm
Evidence
inferred from antispasmodic action
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Role of Nitric Oxide and Hydrogen Sulfide in the Vasodilator Effect of Ursolic Acid and Uvaol from Black Cherry Prunus serotina Fruits
View source Ursolic acid and uvaol, isolated from black cherry (Prunus serotina) fruits, produced significant endothelium-dependent vasodilation (smooth-muscle relaxation) in rat aorta via the NO/cGMP and H2S/KATP channel pathways, providing a mechanism relevant to the antispasmodic use of wild cherry.
2 sources supporting Wild Cherry Bark for Muscle spasm. Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.
Mechanistic basis
This use is associated with the plant's antispasmodic action.