In ayurvedic medicine, the dried berries or juice are used to treat influenza, infections, sciatica, headaches, dental pain, heart pain, and nerve pain, as well as a laxative and diuretic. Additionally, the berries can be cooked and used to make juice, jams, chutneys, pies, and elderberry wine.

8% dried black elderberry extract contains:
Glycerin - 60%, Potassium sorbate - 0,06%, Citric acid - 0,25%