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Maytenus krukovii
Tradition of Use: Peruvian, Amazonian indigenous
Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, adaptogenic, antimicrobial, aphrodisiac
Tincture, decoction, capsule
2-4ml tincture or 1-2g extract 2-3x daily
Maytansinoids, sesquiterpene polyol esters, quinone-methide triterpenes
May interact with anticoagulants, immunosuppressants (theoretical)
Pregnancy; breastfeeding (insufficient data)
Evidence Level:
Limited - traditional use; some analgesic evidence
Clinical Notes:
Bark used; "arthritis tree"; traditional pain remedy; adaptogenic; often in spirit preparations (macerations)
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