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Mayapple

Botanicals / Herbs

Also known as: Mandrake
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Podophyllum peltatum

Oral Actions

  • Action - Abortifacient RatingRatingRatingRating

    Mayapple is an abortifacient; may promote the abortion of the fetus. We do not suggest to use mayapple for abortion.

  • Action - Alterative RatingRatingRating

    Mayapple is an alterative; it is a detoxifier. Take mayapple daily, in divided doses, for many days, as suggested on the label. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Appetite suppressant RatingRatingRating

    Mayapple is an appetite suppressant; reduces appetite. Take mayapple daily, in divided doses, for many days, as suggested on the label. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Cathartic RatingRatingRating

    Mayapple is a cathartic; promotes defecation. Take mayapple daily, in divided doses, for many days, as suggested on the label. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Cholagogue RatingRatingRating

    Mayapple is a cholagogue; stimulates gallbladder; stimulates bile flow. Take mayapple daily, in divided doses, for many days, as suggested on the label. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Emetic RatingRatingRating

    Mayapple is an emetic; induces vomiting. Take mayapple daily, in divided doses, for many days, as suggested on the label. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

  • Action - Emmenagogue RatingRatingRating

    Mayapple is an emmenagogue; promotes menstrual flow. Take mayapple daily, in divided doses, for many days, as suggested on the label. Use this product under the control of an experienced practitioner.

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