Damiana

Damiana

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Latin name: Turnera diffusa

A Remedy For
Damiana is thought to be a remedy for impotence, but its effectiveness remains unconfirmed. In homeopathic medicine, it's used for female sexual disorders.

What It Is; Why It Works
Although Damiana leaves are said to have antidepressant and aphrodisiac properties, researchers have not identified any real physiological effects. Harvested from a small shrub that grows in the region of the Gulf of Mexico, the Caribbean, and southern Africa, the herb is known in the U.S. as Mexican Damiana.

Avoid If...
No known medical conditions preclude the use of Damiana.

Special Cautions
No side effects or hazards have been documented.

Possible Drug Interactions
No interactions have been reported.

Special Information If You Are Pregnant or Breastfeeding
No harmful effects are known.

How To Prepare
No information is available.

Typical Dosage
There are no guidelines on record.

Overdosage
No information on overdosage is available