Pausinystalia johimbe vs Corynanthe yohimbe

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Pausinystalia johimbe

Mens Health

Pausinystalia yohimbe

Mens Health

Pausinystalia johimbe

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Corynanthe yohimbe

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Central African tree bark containing yohimbine; alpha-2 adrenergic antagonist used for sexual dysfunction.

West African tree; bark contains yohimbine alpha-2 adrenoceptor antagonist; used for erectile dysfunction.

Active Compounds

yohimbine, alpha-yohimbine, beta-yohimbine, corynanthine, alloyohimbine

yohimbine, corynanthine, yohimbinine, allo-yohimbine, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

erectile dysfunction, weight loss, aphrodisiac, depression, orthostatic hypotension

erectile dysfunction, aphrodisiac, weight loss, depression

Modern Uses

alpha-2 blocker, vasodilator, aphrodisiac, weight loss

alpha-2 blocker, pro-erectile, fat-loss agent (adipose), antidepressant (MAO inhibition)

Adult Dosage

5-20mg yohimbine daily - medical supervision

5-20mg yohimbine HCl daily; standardized extract

Contraindications

cardiovascular disease, anxiety, PTSD, renal disease, hypertension, antidepressants

hypertension, anxiety disorders, liver/kidney disease, MAOIs, pregnancy

Side Effects

tachycardia, hypertension, anxiety, panic attacks, GI upset

tachycardia, hypertension, anxiety, insomnia, GI upset, liver toxicity

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E