Dragon's Blood Interactions Overview

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Dragon's Blood

Also known as
  • Daemonorops draco
  • Draconis Resina
  • Dracorubin
  • Dragonnier
  • Palmier Sang-Dragon
  • Sang-Dragon
  • Sang de Dragon
  • Sangre de Drago
  • Sanguis Draconis
  • Xue Jie
Dragon's Blood Dragon's Blood is a red resin that is obtained from a species of palm tree known as Daemonorops draco, which is native to Southeast Asia. In traditional medicine, Dragon's Blood is most often used as an astringent and for wound healing. It is also used to treat various ailments such as digestive problems, respiratory issues, and skin conditions. In cosmetics, Dragon's Blood is used in skincare products for its moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties.
There are 0 drugs known to interact with Dragon's Blood

Additional Details

Is Dragon's Blood Safe? Are There Any Warnings?

There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of dragon's blood. It is recommended to avoid using dragon's blood during pregnancy and lactation due to the lack of available information.

How Is Dragon's Blood Thought To Work? What Is the Mechanism of Action?

Dragon's blood is the red resin extracted from the fruit of Daemonorops draco. It is traditionally used as an astringent and for wound healing. The fruit of dragon's blood contains various constituents, including bexarotene, taspine, and 2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde isonicotinoyl hydrazone, as well as flavonoids and terpenes.

The wound healing effects of dragon's blood have been observed in in vitro studies. These studies have found that certain isolated constituents of dragon's blood, such as bexarotene, taspine, and 2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde isonicotinoyl hydrazone, have antibacterial effects and can stimulate the proliferation of fibroblasts and keratinocytes. These effects contribute to the traditional use of dragon's blood for wound healing. However, more research is needed to fully understand the mechanism of action of dragon's blood and its specific effects on various conditions or health concerns.

Pharmacokinetics

There is insufficient reliable information available about the pharmacokinetics of dragon's blood. Further research is needed to understand how the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and eliminates dragon's blood.

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There are currently no known interactions with drugs, supplements, conditions, or lab tests associated with dragon's blood. However, it is always important to consult with a healthcare professional before using any herbal supplement, especially if you are taking medications or have underlying health conditions.

Common Side Effects To Watch For

There have been no reported adverse effects associated with the use of dragon's blood. However, it is important to note that a thorough evaluation of safety outcomes has not been conducted, and more research is needed to fully understand its safety profile.

Are Supplements Standardized?

There is insufficient reliable information available about the standardization of dragon's blood. Standardization ensures that the herbal supplement consistently contains a specified amount of active ingredients. In the case of dragon's blood, more research is needed to determine if there is a standardized form or dosage available.

What Is Dragon's Blood Typically Used For?

Dragon's blood is traditionally used as an astringent and for wound healing.

It is also used orally for digestive disorders, such as diarrhea. However, there is insufficient reliable information available about the effectiveness of dragon's blood for these purposes. Further research is needed to determine its true therapeutic potential and specific applications.

Drugs that interact with Dragon's Blood

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