CATUABA

OTHER NAME(S):

Caramuru, Catuaba Casca, Chuchuhuasha, Erythroxylum catuaba, Golden Trumpet, Pau de Reposta, Piratancara, Tatuaba.<br/><br/>

Overview

Overview Information

Catuaba is an herb. People use the bark to make medicine.

Catuaba is used to heighten sexual arousal and treat male sexual performance problems. It is also used for agitation, trouble sleeping related to high blood pressure, nervousness, ongoing mental and physical fatigue (neurasthenia), poor memory or forgetfulness, skin cancer; and as a tonic.

How does it work?

Catuaba contains chemicals that might work against certain bacteria and viruses.

Uses

Uses & Effectiveness?

Insufficient Evidence for

  • Male sexual performance problems.
  • Anxiety.
  • Exhaustion.
  • Fatigue.
  • Sleeplessness.
  • Nervousness.
  • Poor memory or forgetfulness.
  • Skincancer.
  • Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of catuaba for these uses.

Side Effects

Side Effects & Safety

There isn't enough information available to know if catuaba is safe.

Special Precautions & Warnings:

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of catuaba during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Interactions

Interactions?

We currently have no information for CATUABA Interactions.

Dosing

Dosing

The appropriate dose of catuaba 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 catuaba. 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.

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