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Araroba

Andira araroba Aguan

skin health

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Part UsedPowder from wood
Categoryskin health
Primary UsePsoriasis
SafetyCaution Advised

A powder derived from a tree, also known as Goa powder. It is a powerful irritant and parasiticide used topically for chronic skin diseases like psoriasis, ringworm, and eczema. Not for internal use.

Irritant
Parasiticide
Alterative
Detergent
Treats: Psoriasis
Treats: Ringworm
Treats: Eczema
Treats: Mycosis
Treats: Trichophytosis
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Part Used:Powder from wood

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Healing Properties

IrritantParasiticideAlterativeDetergent

Treats & Supports

Psoriasis
Ringworm
Eczema
Mycosis
Trichophytosis

Important Safety Information

For external use only. A severe skin and respiratory irritant. Can be absorbed dermally and is potentially nephrotoxic. Can cause diarrhea, nephritis, and vomiting.

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