Bitterwood
Stem plant L. Simaroubaceae, bitterwood. Medicinal drug Quassiae lignum – bitterwood. Preparations Quassiae tinctura Ingredients Bitters: quassinoids (terpenoids). Effects Stimulating bitter Amoebicidal, insecticidal, antiviral Fields of application For loss of appetite and dyspeptic complaints. Dosage As an infusion, 30 minutes before meals Adverse effects Irritation of the gastric mucosa at higher doses.