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Senegalia catechu
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
South Asian tree; heartwood extract (katha) used in betel nut preparations and Ayurveda for diarrhea and mouth conditions.
South Asian tree; heartwood extract (katha) used in betel nut preparations and Ayurveda for diarrhea and mouth conditions. Key active compounds include catechin, epicatechin, catechinic acid.
catechin, along with epicatechin and catechinic acid, are the primary bioactive compounds in Acacia catechu. These compounds disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits pathogen growth, promotes tissue regeneration and modulates local inflammation.
Astringent
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antidiarrheal
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antimicrobial
Wound healing
Diarrhea
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Mouth ulcers
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Sore throat
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Skin conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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