Tabernaemontana Divaricata

Tabernaemontana divaricata

Family: Apocynaceae Evidence: T decoctionpoulticeextract

South and Southeast Asian ornamental with medicinal uses in Ayurveda and Thai medicine. Root for toothache and worm infections. Latex for eye infections (diluted). Contains coronaridine and voacangine indole alkaloids with analgesic properties.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Heart conditions (alkaloid content).

Interactions

Cardiac drugs, sedatives, MAOIs.

Side Effects

Latex irritation. GI upset from internal use. Alkaloid toxicity.

Allergy: Latex allergy.
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