Lapacho
Tabebuia impetiginosa
Tradition of Use: South American indigenous
Mechanism of Action
Same as Pau d'Arco (RF002)
Key Conditions & Uses
Preparation
Same as Pau d'Arco
Dosage
Same as Pau d'Arco
Active Compounds
Same as Pau d'Arco
Interactions
Same as Pau d'Arco
Contraindications
Same as Pau d'Arco
Evidence Level & Clinical Notes
Evidence Level:
Moderate
Clinical Notes:
Synonym for Pau d'Arco; inner bark; included for reference completeness
Quick Overview
Key Points
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