Haronga
OTHER NAME(S): Harongablädder Leaf, Harongarinde Bark, Harungana Madagascariense, Harunganae Madagascariensis Cortex Bark, Harunganae Madagascariensis Folium Leaf, Nketto, Harungana madagascariensis, Haronga madagascariensis
Overview
Haronga (Harungana madagascariensis) is a tree that grows in tropical parts of Africa. The bark and leaves have been used as medicine.
Haronga might cause the gallbladder, pancreas, and stomach to produce more digestive juices.
People take haronga for indigestion (dyspepsia), pancreas problems, and liver and gallbladder disorders, but there's no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Uses
We currently have no information for Haronga overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if haronga is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if haronga is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if haronga is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Pancreas problems: Haronga might make pancreas problems worse. Avoid use.
Gallstones and other gallbladder problems: Haronga might make gallbladder and bile duct problems worse. Avoid use.
Blocked intestines (bowel obstruction): Haronga might cause serious problems in people with blocked intestines. Avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Haronga overview.
Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of haronga 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
- Blumenthal M, ed. The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. Trans. S. Klein. Boston, MA: American Botanical Council, 1998.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
- Tona L, Kambu K, Ngimbi N, et al. Antiamoebic and phytochemical screening of some Congolese medicinal plants. J Ethnopharmacol 1998;61:57-65.
- Deutou Tégaboué D, Cidjeu Pouaha CL, Ebelle Etame RM, et al. Parts, period, and extraction solvents as parameters influencing Harungana madagascariensis Lam. ex Poir. (Hypericaceae) antibacterial activity. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2021;2021:6615596.