Microplastics and Misinformation: What Science Really Says
November 12, 2025
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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Cedro, Requia, Crabwood, Carapa rouge
Class :
Vitamins& Supplements
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Cedro, Requia, Crabwood, Carapa rouge
Class :
Vitamins& Supplements
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
OilÂ
ArthritisÂ
It is applied directly in the affected area.Â
It is applied directly in the affected area
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
Safety and efficacy is not establishedÂ
Refer to adult dosingÂ
Frequency not definedÂ
Limited data availableÂ
Black Box Warning Â
No specific black box warning is availableÂ
Contraindication/Caution:Â
Caution:Â
AcneÂ
Pregnancy consideration:Â Â
Safety and efficacy study is not establishedÂ
Lactation:Â Â
A safety and efficacy study is not established.Â
Pregnancy category:Â Â
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus in either the first or second trimester.Â
<b>Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.  Â
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.   Â
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.  Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.   Â
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category Â
PharmacologyÂ
It is also known as Carapa guianensis which has natural anti-inflammatory properties due to the tetranortriterpenoids. It shows that the oil extracted from the seeds contains 6α-acetoxygedunin and 7-deacetoxy-7-oxogedunin which have medicinal qualities.Â
PharmacodynamicsÂ
The limonoid content has wound-healing properties. Studies have shown that the oil extracted from it’s seeds can help reduce pain and reduce the severity.Â
PharmacokineticsÂ
Limited data availableÂ
AdministrationÂ
It is applied topicallyÂ
Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: andirobaÂ
Why do we use andiroba?Â
It is used in the treatment of high cholesterol levels and for promoting the hair growth. It has significant use as insect repellants.Â
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