Mitragyna Stipulosa

Mitragyna stipulosa

Family: Rubiaceae Evidence: T decoctionpowder

West and Central African tree related to kratom (M. speciosa) but with distinct alkaloid profile. Used in Ghanaian and Nigerian traditional medicine for malaria, pain, and hypertension. Contains rhynchophylline and mitraphylline rather than mitragynine.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. CNS depressant use. Liver disease.

Interactions

Sedatives, opioids, antihypertensives.

Side Effects

Sedation, GI upset. Limited safety data.

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