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Pentas lanceolata
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.
East African Rubiaceae; leaves used in Kenyan and East African folk medicine for fever and infections.
East African Rubiaceae; leaves used in Kenyan and East African folk medicine for fever and infections. Key active compounds include iridoids, flavonoids, tannins.
iridoids, along with flavonoids and tannins, are the primary bioactive compounds in Pentas lanceolata. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways, disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits pathogen growth.
Antipyretic
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antimicrobial
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Anti-inflammatory
Fever
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Infections
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Skin conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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