{"product_id":"pau-darco-extract","title":"Pau D'Arco Extract","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePau D’Arco Extract (Tabebuia impetiginosa)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePau D’Arco is classified as an alterative, immune tonic, and bitter herb in Western herbal medicine. The inner bark (phloem) is the part used medicinally and is characterised by its naturally occurring naphthoquinone content — particularly lapachol and β-lapachone — which are among the most extensively researched naturally occurring compounds in this herb. This extract is prepared in 60% alcohol from Pau D’Arco inner bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNaturally Occurring Compounds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLapachol\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary naturally occurring naphthoquinone in Pau D’Arco bark; one of the most extensively researched naturally occurring compounds in this herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eβ-Lapachone\u003c\/strong\u003e — a naturally occurring naphthoquinone closely related to lapachol; also extensively researched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXyloidone and other naphthoquinones\u003c\/strong\u003e — naturally occurring compounds characteristic of Tabebuia species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavonoids\u003c\/strong\u003e — including quercetin, luteolin, and fisetin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnthraquinones\u003c\/strong\u003e — naturally occurring compounds present in the bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTannins\u003c\/strong\u003e — naturally occurring astringent compounds contributing to Pau D’Arco’s traditional digestive properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaponins\u003c\/strong\u003e — naturally occurring compounds present in the bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTraditional Herbal Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImmune Wellness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePau D’Arco is one of the most important immune herbs in South American traditional herbal medicine, with a long history of traditional use by indigenous peoples for immune wellness. It is classified as an immune tonic herb in Western herbal practice and is one of the most widely used South American botanicals for immune support in contemporary herbal medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDigestive \u0026amp; Gastrointestinal Wellness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePau D’Arco has a long traditional history of use in South American herbal medicine for digestive and gastrointestinal wellness. Its bitter and astringent properties have made it a traditional inclusion in herbal formulas for digestive and intestinal support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEliminative \u0026amp; Alterative Wellness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePau D’Arco is classified as an alterative herb in Western herbal medicine — a category of herbs traditionally used to support the body’s natural eliminative processes. It has a traditional history of use in herbal formulas for eliminative and detoxification wellness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInflammatory Wellness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePau D’Arco has a traditional history of use in South American herbal medicine for inflammatory wellness. Its naturally occurring naphthoquinone and flavonoid content have generated significant scientific research interest in the context of inflammatory wellness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 20–30 drops under the tongue or in a little juice or water, up to 2–3 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding — Pau D’Arco is contraindicated in pregnancy. Not recommended for long-term continuous use without practitioner guidance. High doses of lapachol may cause nausea, vomiting, and anticoagulant effects — use at recommended doses only. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are taking blood-thinning medications or immunosuppressant medications. Not recommended for children without practitioner guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePau D’Arco (Tabebuia impetiginosa) inner bark, 60% alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStack This With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/products\/organic-echinacea-purpurea-extract\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea Purpurea Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — complementary immune herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/products\/organic-garlic-extract\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarlic Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — complementary immune and digestive herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/products\/black-walnut-hull-extract\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Walnut Hull Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — complementary alterative and intestinal wellness herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/products\/wildcrafted-australian-natural-gumpii-tincture\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGumpii Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — foundational botanical base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Wellness Guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/pages\/wellness-hub\"\u003eWellness Hub\u003c\/a\u003e — explore all herbal guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eContent provided for informational purposes only. Not medical advice. Not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Consult your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Gumpii Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"30ml","offer_id":42354197790782,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":42354197823550,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":42354197856318,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/9997\/4462\/files\/71-white.jpg?v=1767156084","url":"https:\/\/thegumpiiapothecary.com\/products\/pau-darco-extract","provider":"The Gumpii Apothecary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}