Cocillana
OTHER NAME(S): Grape Bark, Guapi, Guarea, Trompillo, Upas, Guarea rusbyi, Guarea guidonia, Sycocarpus rusbyi, Guarea trichilioides, Guarea macrophylla subsp. spiciflora, related Guarea species.u003Cbru003Er r Family: Meliaceae.
Overview
Cocillana (Guarea rusbyi) is a flowering tree. The bark has been traditionally used to make medicine.
Some people use cocillana for cough, constipation, and various gastrointestinal conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Uses
We currently have no information for Cocillana overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if cocillana is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if cocillana is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy: Cocillana is possibly unsafe. Cocillana can bring on a menstrual period, which could cause a miscarriage.
Breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if cocillana is safe to use when breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Cocillana overview.
Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of cocillana might be. 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 a healthcare professional before using.
References
- Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
- Williamson EM, Evans FJ, eds. Potter's New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs and Preparations. Essex, England: CW Daniel Company Ltd., 1998.