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Ailanthus altissima
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.
Invasive Asian tree; bark used in Chinese folk medicine for diarrhea, dysentery, and tapeworm.
Invasive Asian tree; bark used in Chinese folk medicine for diarrhea, dysentery, and tapeworm. Key active compounds include ailanthone, quassinoids, alkaloids.
ailanthone, along with quassinoids and alkaloids, are the primary bioactive compounds in Ailanthus altissima. The specific pharmacological pathways require further study, though traditional use supports its efficacy.
Anthelmintic
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antimalarial (ailanthone)
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Astringent
Dysentery
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Tapeworm
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Malaria
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Asthma (bark)
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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