Caloncoba Echinata

Caloncoba echinata

Family: Achariaceae Evidence: C extractdecoction

West African tree whose seed oil (gorli oil) contains chaulmoogric acid — historically important for leprosy treatment. Used in Congolese and Cameroonian traditional medicine for skin diseases and Hansen's disease before modern antibiotics.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Injection site reactions (historical use).

Interactions

Unknown current interactions.

Side Effects

GI upset internally. Painful injection historically.

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