Overview

Corkwood tree (Duboisia myoporoides) is native to Australia. It's grown as a source of certain chemicals, including scopolamine and atropine, which are used as drugs.

The chemicals in corkwood tree can affect the central nervous system and cause serious side effects. The cured and rolled leaves (quids) are sometimes chewed.

People use corkwood tree quids for hunger, pain, tiredness, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. It might also be unsafe.

Don't confuse corkwood tree with phellodendron, which is sometimes called cork tree. These are not the same.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for CORKWOOD TREE overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Corkwood tree is likely unsafe. It contains chemicals that can cause many serious side effects, including convulsions, coma, and death.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Corkwood tree is likely unsafe. It contains chemicals that can cause many serious side effects, including convulsions, coma, and death.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: It's likely unsafe for anyone, including those pregnant or breast-feeding, to take corkwood tree. Avoid use.

Interactions ?

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Drying medications (Anticholinergic drugs) interacts with CORKWOOD TREE

    Corkwood tree can block a chemical in the body called acetylcholine, which has many important functions. Some medications, called anticholinergic drugs, also block acetylcholine. There is some concern that taking them together might increase the risk for confusion, blurred vision, decreased sweating, and increased heart rate.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of corkwood tree might be. It's also likely unsafe. Speak with a healthcare provider before use.

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