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Cascabela thevetia
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.
Tropical ornamental tree; cardiac glycoside-rich seeds are extremely toxic but used carefully in folk medicine.
Tropical ornamental tree; cardiac glycoside-rich seeds are extremely toxic but used carefully in folk medicine. Key active compounds include thevetin A, thevetin B, peruvoside.
thevetin A, along with thevetin B and peruvoside, are the primary bioactive compounds in Thevetia peruviana. The specific pharmacological pathways require further study, though traditional use supports its efficacy.
Cardiac glycoside source (research)
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Reference only
Cardiac conditions (historical/toxic)
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Skin conditions (external)
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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