Kou

Cordia subcordata

Family: Boraginaceae Evidence: T decoctionpoultice

Polynesian medicinal tree used across Pacific Islands for cough, sore throat, and skin conditions. Leaf poultice for wounds. Bark decoction as gargle. Culturally important timber tree in Hawaii. Contains allantoin and pyrrolizidine alkaloids.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Liver disease (pyrrolizidine alkaloids).

Interactions

Hepatotoxic drugs.

Side Effects

Limited data. Pyrrolizidine alkaloid content concerning for internal use.

Liver: PYRROLIZIDINE ALKALOIDS — hepatotoxic with chronic internal use.
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