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Abuta
Abuta grows in the Amazon basin and other humid, tropical areas of the world. It is known as a "midwife's herb" in South America and is used to treat a variety of women's complaints. In some parts of the world, abuta is used to reduce fever, inflammation, and pain. In the United States, abuta is used mainly for minor reproductive tract conditions such as menstrual cramping.Abuta may function as an emmenagogue (menstrual flow stimulant). However, there are no human trials that have determined the safety and effectiveness of the abuta plant on the menstrual cycle. Future research is needed before a recommendation can be made.
Documented uses in traditional medicine show that abuta is used as a diuretic (increases urine flow), expectorant (expels phlegm), emmenagogue, and antipyretic (reduces fever). It is also used to prevent abortion, relieve heavy menstrual bleeding, and stop uterine hemorrhages (bleeding). Powdered abuta bark has also used for menstrual complaints.
Related Terms
Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta panurensis, abutua, aristoloche lobee, barbasco, bejuco de cerca, bejuco de raton, butua, false pareira, feuille coeur, gasing-gasing, ice vine, imchich masha, liane patte cheval, Menispermaceae, pareira, pareira brava, patacon, velvetleaf.
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