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Croton tiglium
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.
Asian Euphorbiaceae; croton oil from seeds is a purgative; phorbol esters used in cancer research.
Asian Euphorbiaceae; croton oil from seeds is a purgative; phorbol esters used in cancer research. Key active compounds include phorbol esters, croton oil, tigliane diterpenes.
phorbol esters, along with croton oil and tigliane diterpenes, are the primary bioactive compounds in Croton tiglium. The specific pharmacological pathways require further study, though traditional use supports its efficacy.
Phorbol ester research tool
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Historical purgative
Severe constipation
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Skin diseases
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Wound cleaning (historical)
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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