Cocillana Extract: Cocillana is a herb. The bark is used to make medicine.
Uses
-
Used for medical purposes.
Benefits
- Cocillana is an ingredient in some cough syrups. Cocillana loosens phlegm so it can be coughed up.
- Some people apply cocillana root bark directly to the skin for skin tumors.
Cautions
There isn’t enough information to know if cocillana is safe or what the possible side effects might be.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of cocillana during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
n/a
Other names
Grape Bark, Guapi, Guarea, Guarea guara, Guarea guidonia, Guarea rusbyi, Guarea spiciflora, Guarea trichilioides, Sycocarpus rusbyi, Trompillo, Upas
References
Source: WebMD, http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-408-COCILLANA.aspx?activeIngredientId=408&activeIngredientName=COCILLANA