Lannea Microcarpa

Lannea microcarpa

Family: Anacardiaceae Evidence: T decoctionpoultice

West African savanna tree used in Burkina Faso and Malian traditional medicine for wound healing, diarrhea, and hypertension. Bark rich in tannins and flavonoids. Fruit eaten fresh. Important shade tree in Sahelian agroforestry.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Anacardiaceae allergy.

Interactions

Antihypertensives.

Side Effects

Astringent taste. GI upset from tannins.

Allergy: Anacardiaceae (mango/cashew family) allergy.
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