Gambir

Uncaria gambir

Evidence: TFamily: Rubiaceae

Children:Avoid

A Southeast Asian plant whose leaf extract is used for digestive health, diarrhea, and sore throat. Contains catechin and other tannins. Used in betel quid.

Herb Card

Safety Quick Reference

Pregnancyinsufficient data

Breastfeedinginsufficient data

Pediatricnot recommended

Contraindications: Iron deficiency (high tannins).

Interactions: May reduce iron and medication absorption.

Drug & Medication Interactions

If you take any medications, review these interactions carefully.

Known Interactions

May reduce iron and medication absorption.

Contraindications

Iron deficiency (high tannins).

How to Prepare Gambir

Standardized ExtractEasy (purchasing) · N/A — purchase pre-made

Equipment

Purchase from reputable supplement company

Instructions

1Standardized extracts are professionally manufactured to contain a guaranteed amount of active compounds.
2Follow the dosing instructions on the product label.
3Take with food unless otherwise directed.
4Choose extracts from companies that provide third-party testing (USP, NSF, or ConsumerLab verified).
5Common standardizations: Milk Thistle (80% silymarin), Ginkgo (24% flavone glycosides), Turmeric (95% curcuminoids).

Tips

• Standardized extracts provide consistent dosing — important for herbs where potency varies.
• They are stronger than whole-herb preparations and may have different effects.
• Whole-herb preparations may contain beneficial synergistic compounds lost in extraction.

Standardized extracts are concentrated — do not exceed recommended doses. They may interact differently with medications than whole-herb preparations. Consult a healthcare provider if taking medications.

Follow manufacturer storage instructions. Typically store cool, dry, and away from light.

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