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The main active group of chemicals in simarouba are called
quassinoids. The antiprotozoal and antimalarial properties of these chemicals
have been documented for many years.* Several of the quassinoids found in
simarouba, such as ailanthinone, glaucarubinone, and holacanthone, are
considered the plant's main therapeutic constituents and are the ones documented
to be antiprotozal, anti-amebic, antimalarial, and even toxic to cancer and
leukemia cells.* Raintree's simarouba extract uses proprietary extractions
methods which provide the equivalent of 500 mg simarouba bark per milliliter of
extract.
Traditional Uses:* for dysentery (amebic and
bacterial) and diarrhea; for intestinal worms and internal parasites; for
malaria; as an astringent to stop bleeding internally (stomach ulcers,
hemorrhages, etc) and externally for wounds; for viral infections
Ingredients: Pure 100% simarouba bark (Simarouba amara) extracted
in distilled water and ethanol. This plant has been sustainably wild harvested
in the Brazilian Amazon (without any fertilizers or pesticides) and is
non-irradiated and non-fumigated.
Suggested Use: Take 60 drops 2 - 3 times daily or as needed. Can also be
applied topically to the skin if desired.
Contraindications: Reported side effects at high dosages (approx. 5 times
the suggested use) include increased perspiration and urination, nausea, and/or
vomiting.
Drug Interactions: None known.
Family:
Simaroubaceae
Genus: Simarouba
Species: amara, glauca
Synonyms: Quassia simarouba, Zwingera amara, Picraena officinalis,
Simarouba medicinalis
Common Names: Simarouba, gavilan, negrito, marubá, marupá, dysentery
bark, bitterwood, paradise tree, palo blanco, robleceillo, caixeta, daguilla,
cedro blanco, cajú-rana, malacacheta, palo amargo, pitomba, bois amer, bois
blanc, bois frene, bois negresse, simaba
Part Used: Bark, wood, leaves
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HERBAL PROPERTIES AND ACTIONS
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Main Actions |
Other Actions |
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kills parasites
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relieves pain
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Bark |
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kills amebas
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reduces fever
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Decoction: 1 cup
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kills bacteria
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promotes menstruation
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times daily |
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kills viruses
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hydrates skin
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Tincture: 5-10 ml
twice daily |
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relieves dystentery
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promotes perspiration
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kills leukemia cells
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treats malaria
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reduces tumor growth
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expels worms
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