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Trichilia emetica
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.
A southern African tree used medicinally for pain, snake bites, and skin conditions; seed oil used in cosmetics.
A southern African tree used medicinally for pain, snake bites, and skin conditions; seed oil used in cosmetics. Key active compounds include trichilins, limonoids, flavonoids.
trichilins, along with limonoids and flavonoids, are the primary bioactive compounds in Trichilia emetica. These compounds disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits pathogen growth, acts on pain pathways via anti-inflammatory and neuroactive effects.
Analgesic research
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antimicrobial activity
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Cosmetic emollient (seed oil)
Pain relief
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Snake bite treatment
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Skin conditions
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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