Herbs

Hawthorn

Also called: crataegus

Berries and leaves of a shrub.

Why people take it
Heart failure, blood pressure.
What the evidence says
Some evidence for heart failure symptoms; a large trial showed no benefit.
How it is usually taken
Usually 160 to 900 mg of extract a day.
Be careful
Interacts with heart medicines like digoxin; use only with a doctor.
Medicines it can interact with
Adds to the effect of heart medicines, digoxin, beta blockers and nitrates; check with your cardiologist.

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Common questions

What is Hawthorn?

Berries and leaves of a shrub.

Why do people take Hawthorn?

Heart failure, blood pressure.

Does Hawthorn work?

Some evidence for heart failure symptoms; a large trial showed no benefit.

How much Hawthorn do people take?

Usually 160 to 900 mg of extract a day.

Is Hawthorn safe?

Interacts with heart medicines like digoxin; use only with a doctor.

Does Hawthorn interact with medicines?

Adds to the effect of heart medicines, digoxin, beta blockers and nitrates; check with your cardiologist.

Sources and further reading

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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