Detarium microcarpum vs Gambir

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Detarium microcarpum

Digestive

Uncaria gambir

Digestive

Detarium microcarpum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Gambir

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

West African tree whose bark and leaves are used in traditional medicine for diarrhea and wounds.

A Southeast Asian vine whose dried leaf extract is one of the most important traditional remedies for diarrhea in the region.

Active Compounds

tannins, saponins, flavonoids

Catechin, Epicatechin, Gambiriine, Tannins

Traditional Uses

Diarrhea in West African folk medicine, Wound healing, Fever treatment

Diarrhea, Sore throat, Wound healing, Betel nut chewing

Modern Uses

Antidiarrheal properties, Wound healing, Antimicrobial

Anti-diarrheal, Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, Antihypertensive

Adult Dosage

5-10 g bark decoction; bark powder on wounds

1-3g extract daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy

Constipation, Iron deficiency

Side Effects

Mild GI upset

Constipation, GI discomfort

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E