Scientific name

Family

Origin

Synonyms

Kath

Used Parts

Chemical constituents

• Amphetamine-type alkaloids with psychostimulant and anorectic activity (cathine and catidin);
• Fenoli (cathinone).

Warnings

This is a forbidden plant that belongs to the group of amphetamine-like drugs. Usually, fresh leaves are chewed to fight fatigue, keep attention alert and suppress appetite.

Contraindications

Avoid use in case of hypersensitivity to one or more components, or in patients with schizophrenia.

Pharmacological Interactions

• Sympathomimetic drugs (amphetamines, thyroxine, synephrine, ephedra).