Cassytha Filiformis

Cassytha filiformis

Family: Lauraceae Evidence: T decoctionpoulticetea

Pan-tropical parasitic vine used in Bahamian, Hawaiian, and West African folk medicine for kidney stones, hypertension, and diabetes. Contains aporphine alkaloids (cassythine, actinodaphnine). Called 'love vine' in Caribbean for aphrodisiac properties.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Low blood pressure.

Interactions

Antihypertensives, diabetes medications, sedatives (alkaloid content).

Side Effects

Sedation, hypotension. GI upset.

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