Embelia Ribes vs Euphorbia fischeriana

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Embelia Ribes

Embelia ribes

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

Embelia Ribes

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Euphorbia fischeriana

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Woody climber of South and Southeast Asia used in Ayurvedic medicine as the primary anthelmintic herb for intestinal worm expulsion.

TCM herb (Lang Du) used for anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory effects; highly toxic requiring precise preparation.

Active Compounds

embelin, vilangin, rapanone, quercitol, alkaloids

diterpenoids, jolkinol, fischerianin, triterpenoids

Traditional Uses

intestinal worms, constipation, skin diseases, toothache, analgesic

tumors, edema, skin diseases, constipation

Modern Uses

anthelmintic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic

anti-tumor (research), anti-edema, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

3–6g fruit powder or 200mg extract daily

Traditional: 1-3g under physician supervision only

Contraindications

pregnancy, children under 6, excessive use

internal use without medical supervision, pregnancy, GI conditions

Side Effects

nausea, mild digestive upset

nausea, vomiting, severe GI irritation, systemic toxicity

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E