Jaborandi

Pilocarpus jaborandi

Family: Rutaceae Evidence: B extracttincture

Source of pilocarpine — prescription drug for glaucoma and dry mouth. Powerful cholinergic that causes sweating and salivation. Used by indigenous Brazilians as diaphoretic. PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Asthma. Heart disease. GI obstruction. Urinary obstruction. Pregnancy.

Interactions

Anticholinergics, beta-blockers, heart medications.

Side Effects

Excessive sweating, salivation, nausea, diarrhea, bradycardia. TOXIC in excess.

Surgery: Cardiovascular risk.
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