Desmodium adscendens
Pan-tropical herb used in Brazilian and West African traditional medicine for asthma, hepatitis, and muscle spasms. Contains triterpenoid saponins and indole alkaloids. French clinical research supports bronchodilator and hepatoprotective effects.
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Immunosuppressants, asthma medications.
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Generally well tolerated. GI upset rare.
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