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Pentadesma butyracea
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.
West African tree producing fat similar to shea butter; bark and leaves used medicinally.
West African tree producing fat similar to shea butter; bark and leaves used medicinally. Key active compounds include pentadesmic acid, xanthones, flavonoids.
pentadesmic acid, along with xanthones and flavonoids, are the primary bioactive compounds in Pentadesma butyracea. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways, disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits pathogen growth, promotes tissue regeneration and modulates local inflammation.
Emollient
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Anti-inflammatory
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antimicrobial
Wound healing
Skin conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Fever
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Digestive disorders
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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