Overview
Brazilian "potency wood" used historically for libido.
- Whole dried plant material (root, leaf, flower, or aerial parts depending on the species)
- Standardized hydroethanolic or aqueous extract (capsule, tincture, or tea)
- Powdered traditional preparation used in Ayurvedic, TCM, or Western herbal practice
- Standardized extract capsule
- Liquid tincture (alcohol or glycerin)
- Powdered whole herb
- Traditional decoction or tea
Mechanism of action
Mechanism poorly defined; may inhibit acetylcholinesterase and act as dopaminergic adaptogen.
- · Mechanism poorly defined
- · may inhibit acetylcholinesterase
- · act as dopaminergic adaptogen
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Evidence-based benefits
Improves libido in case series
Limited evidencePotential side effects
- · Insomnia
Drug interactions
Safety & non-supplemental interactions
Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.
- ·Pregnant or breastfeeding (insufficient safety data)
- ·Children under 18 (unless directed by a clinician)
Supplement interactions
- A high-quality multivitaminCovers micronutrient cofactors that support most supplement pathways.
- Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)Foundational anti-inflammatory support that complements most regimens.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Muira puama in women with low libido
Waynberg J, Brewer S
Open-label trial in 202 women.
65% reported improved libido on muira puama + ginkgo.
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