Chinae cortex, Cinchona bark

Cinchona (Chinae cortex), Cinchona bark
Other Names: Cinchona, China
It is a genus of plants native to South America and belongs to the Rubiaceae family.

Basic Properties: antipyretic, bitter tonic, analgesic.

Uses: For therapeutic use it is used as a bitter stomachic and – traditionally – for the treatment of malaria and the common influenza virus . The alkaloids of the Cinchona plant, quinine and quinidine, are important pharmaceutical substances for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmia and malaria.

How to use: According to the European Committee for the Evaluation of Medicinal Products ¹ , we use 1g at a time with a total daily dose not exceeding 3g.

Special precautions:
Cinchona bark appears to be safe for most people when used appropriately as a food and beverage flavoring. However, in large amounts, cinchona is unsafe and can be fatal. ² Symptoms of overdose include ringing in the ears, headache, nausea, diarrhea, and vision problems.
Contains quinidine and quinine. Tell your doctor if you are taking any medications to avoid interactions.
Consult a specialist before use.

1. Cinchomae Cortex - European Medicines Agency

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