Yellow dock is a gentle laxative, will improve bile flow and is generally a cleansing herb. It is often used in skin problems such as acne and boils where it combines well with burdock and dandelion root. Suitable for children.Avoid in pregnancy and breast-feeding. Short-term use only and always combine with a carminative herb such as angelica, peppermint, chamomile etc to reduce griping. Avoid in inflammatory bowel disorders, intestinal obstruction and diarrhoea.