Sapium Ellipticum

Sapium ellipticum

Family: Euphorbiaceae Evidence: T decoctionpoultice

East and Central African tree used in Rwandan, Kenyan, and Congolese traditional medicine for stomach complaints, malaria, and wound healing. Latex applied to warts. Bark decoction for cough and fever. Contains diterpenes and phorbol esters.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Latex is irritant and potentially co-carcinogenic (phorbol esters).

Interactions

Unknown.

Side Effects

Latex causes skin irritation. GI upset. Phorbol ester toxicity.

Allergy: Latex is severely irritating to skin and eyes.
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