CISSUS QUADRANGULARIS Overview Information
Cissus quadrangularis is a succulent vine from Africa and Asia. It is one of the most commonly used medicinal plants in Thailand, and is also used in traditional African and Ayurvedic medicine. All parts of the plant are used for medicine.
Cissus quadrangularis is used for obesity, diabetes, a cluster of heart disease risk factors called “metabolic syndrome,” and high cholesterol. It has also been used for bone fractures, weak bones (osteoporosis), scurvy, cancer, upset stomach, hemorrhoids, peptic ulcer disease (PUD), painful menstrual periods, asthma, malaria, and pain. Cissus quadrangularis is also used in bodybuilding supplements as an alternative to anabolic steroids.
How does it work?
There is not enough information to know how Cissus quadrangularis might work for medicinal purposes in people. Test tube studies and research in animals show that it has antioxidant, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory properties. It might have activity against the organism that causes malaria.
CISSUS QUADRANGULARIS Uses & Effectiveness 
Insufficient Evidence for:
- Obesity and weight loss. Developing research shows that taking a specific Cissus quadrangularis combination product (Cylaris, Iovate Health Sciences Research) or taking a specific Cissus quadrangularis extract (CQR-300) reduces weight in obese and overweight people.
- Diabetes.
- Heart disease risk factors that occur together (metabolic syndrome).
- High cholesterol.
- Bone fractures.
- Osteoporosis.
- Scurvy.
- Cancer.
- Upset stomach.
- Hemorrhoids.
- Stomach ulcers.
- Menstrual discomfort.
- Asthma.
- Malaria.
- Pain.
- Bodybuilding.
- Other conditions.
CISSUS QUADRANGULARIS Side Effects & Safety
Some specific commercial products containing Cissus quadrangularis seem to be safe when used appropriately in adults short-term (for up to 6-8 weeks). These products can cause side effects such as headache, intestinal gas, dry mouth, diarrhea, and insomnia. But there is not enough information to know how often these side effects might occur.
Since there is not much information about the use of Cissus quadrangularis in people, long-term safety is not known.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of Cissus quadrangularis during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.CISSUS QUADRANGULARIS Interactions
We currently have no information for CISSUS QUADRANGULARIS Interactions
CISSUS QUADRANGULARIS Dosing
The appropriate dose of Cissus quadrangularis depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for Cissus quadrangularis. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
