Condurango
Scientific names: Marsdenia condurango, Marsdenia reichenbachii, Gonolobus condurango
Family: Apocynaceae
Alternate names: Common Condorvine, Condor Vine, Condurango Blanco, Condurango Cortex, Eagle-Vine Bark, Lechero, Liane du Condor, Tue-Chien
Background
Condurango (Marsdenia condurango) is an herb that is native to Ecuador and Peru. People have used the bark to make medicine.
Some chemicals in condurango might stimulate saliva and stomach juices.
Condurango is used for indigestion, cancer, and other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Some chemicals in condurango might stimulate saliva and stomach juices.
Condurango is used for indigestion, cancer, and other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if condurango is safe or what the side effects might be.
Latex allergy: People who are allergic to latex are sometimes also allergic to condurango. The allergic reaction can be severe. Be sure to avoid condurango if you have a latex allergy.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if condurango is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.Latex allergy: People who are allergic to latex are sometimes also allergic to condurango. The allergic reaction can be severe. Be sure to avoid condurango if you have a latex allergy.
Effectiveness
Effective Effectiveness definitions
There is interest in using condurango for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
Dosing & administration
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of condurango might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
Interactions with pharmaceuticals
It is not known if Condurango interacts with any medicines. Before taking Condurango, talk with your healthcare professional if you take any medications.
Interactions with herbs & supplements
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
Interactions with foods
There are no known interactions with foods.
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- Mucosa pulmonis suis
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- Pancreas suis
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