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Evidence for efficacy in clinical trials is limited, though some studies suggest potential for head lice, seborrheic dermatitis, rosacea, and anti-ulcerogenic effects.
Benefits
- Traditionally used as a bitter tonic and for gastrointestinal issues
- also noted for antibacterial
- antifungal
- antimalarial
- and anti-inflammatory properties.
Key compounds
QuassinNeo-quassin18-hydroxyquassinQuassimarinCanthin-6-one5-methoxycanthin-6-oneCarboline alkaloidsCoumarinsBeta-sitosterol
May help with
- Major traditional uses include treating malaria
- intestinal parasites
- diarrhea
- fever
- measles
- lice
- worms
- anorexia
- and dyspepsia across various folk medicine systems.
Best for these goals
Traditionally used as a bitter tonic and for gastrointestinal issuesalso noted for antibacterialantifungalantimalarialand anti-inflammatory properties.
How to use it
Bitter tonic (oral), topical tincture (for head lice), topical gel (for skin conditions)
Evidence level
Limited
Cautions & interactions
Avoid use during pregnancy and lactation due to documented adverse reactions and cytotoxic properties; large oral doses can irritate the GI tract and cause vomiting; parenteral administration of quassin is toxic. | Interactions: None well documented; excessive oral use may interfere with cardiac and anticoagulant regimens.
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