The quina-quina, also known by the name of myrtle-do-mato, is a tree that can reach 30 meters in height. Its pink inflorescence and its fruit turn it into an ornamental plant, widely used in landscaping. The tree, currently rare, has been widely used in alternative medicine.
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Quina-quine is indicated for cases of anemia, convalescence, fevers, inflammations, urinary infections and acts as a liver protector and antidiabetic. Also, externally, it can be used when there is hair loss.
Its therapeutic properties stimulate intestinal, gastric and liver functions. Its active principles are alkaloids, tannins, bitter essences and principles, quinines, and its properties are febrifuge, antimalarial, toning, astringent and healing.
quinine tea
To prepare the tea, put two tablespoons of the herb in a liter of water. Let it boil for ten minutes and, after this period, turn off. Leave to stand covered for another ten minutes, strain and drink. The recommended dosage is two to three cups a day.
For constipation, use the juice from the leaves. For fever, toothache, malaria, poor appetite, fatigue, diarrhea, heart function and sore throat, use the leaves and bark.
When there is scabies, the remedy can be used externally. The leaves should be rubbed against the body.
Contraindications
The use of quinine is contraindicated in case of pregnancy because it contains abortive agents. Quinine, present in the herb, is excreted in breast milk, but the amounts were considered insignificant when consumed by the baby. High doses of this same substance can cause uterine stimulation in pregnant women, and deafness and optic nerve hypoplasia in children. The consumption of this herb concomitantly with other medicines must be accompanied by a doctor, as it contains substances that react with certain principles of other medicines.
Side effects
Quinine side effects are directly related to the ingested dose. In case of excess, the herb was associated with some hematological disorders such as acute anemia, in addition to heart problems, cinchism, headaches, abdominal pain, seizures, hearing disorders, paralysis, disturbances and visual blindness, collapse and in two cases of death , have been attributed to quinine-induced thrombocytopenia. It is important to observe the amount of intake and to have medical supervision.
