Euphorbia fischeriana vs Embelia Ribes

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Euphorbia fischeriana

Antimicrobial

Embelia ribes

Antimicrobial

Euphorbia fischeriana

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Embelia Ribes

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

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

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

Active Compounds

diterpenoids, jolkinol, fischerianin, triterpenoids

embelin, vilangin, rapanone, quercitol, alkaloids

Traditional Uses

tumors, edema, skin diseases, constipation

intestinal worms, constipation, skin diseases, toothache, analgesic

Modern Uses

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

anthelmintic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic

Adult Dosage

Traditional: 1-3g under physician supervision only

3–6g fruit powder or 200mg extract daily

Contraindications

internal use without medical supervision, pregnancy, GI conditions

pregnancy, children under 6, excessive use

Side Effects

nausea, vomiting, severe GI irritation, systemic toxicity

nausea, mild digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E