Niyog Niyogan vs Cercis siliquastrum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Niyog Niyogan

Quisqualis indica

Digestive

Digestive

Niyog Niyogan

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Cercis siliquastrum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A Filipino anthelmintic herb endorsed by DOH for expelling intestinal roundworms and parasites.

A Mediterranean ornamental tree with acidic flowers and bark used in folk medicine for digestive and astringent properties.

Active Compounds

quisqualic acid, alkaloids, trigonelline

tannins, flavonoids, anthocyanins

Traditional Uses

intestinal worms, ascariasis, parasites

Astringent use, Digestive tonic, Diarrhea remedy

Modern Uses

anthelmintic, antioxidant

Antioxidant activity, Anti-inflammatory research

Adult Dosage

Seeds by age: 6-9 years 4 seeds, adults up to 10 seeds

2g dried bark or flowers as tea

Contraindications

pregnancy, overdose causes hiccups and seizures

Pregnancy caution

Side Effects

hiccups, nausea in overdose

Mild reactions

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E