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Alstonia

Antimicrobial

Alstonia boonei

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Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Large tree of West African forests; bark is one of the most important antimalarial herbs of West Africa.

Active Compounds

echitaminealstoninepleiocarpaminestrictaminealkaloids

Traditional Uses

Malaria treatment across West Africa
Fever reduction
Hypertension in folk medicine
Used by Akan, Yoruba and other West African peoples

Modern Uses

Antimalarial research
Antihypertensive
Antipyretic
Analgesic

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, tincture, other
Adult Dose: 2–4 g bark as decoction; 1–2 mL tincture — professional guidance recommended
Child Dose: Not established for children
Preparation Notes: Bark decoction; alkaloid content requires careful dosing; widely used in West African markets

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Pregnancy
Large doses (alkaloid toxicity)
Cardiac conditions

Possible Side Effects

Alkaloid toxicity in excess
GI irritation
Cardiac effects

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