Piper methysticum

Piper methysticum belongs to Piperaceae family.

The English name for this herb is Kava.

Warning: In recommended amounts, the only reported side effect from kava use are mild gastrointestinal disturbance in some people. Long-term consumption of very high doses of the herb may turn the skin yellow temporarily.If this occurs,people should simply discontinue the herb use. In rare cases, an allergic skin reaction, such as rash, may occur.

Description

Piper methysticum. Piper methysticum is a slow-growing, vine-like perennial shrub. It grows best between 300 and 500 metres above sea level. It can reach a height of 7 metres (23 feet), although I height of 3 metres is far more common.

Pharmacological Actions

None recorded.

Indications

The indications of Piper methysticum's Whole Herb are Thirst, Stiff Neck, Headache, Migraine, Hypertension, High Blood Pressure, Alcoholism, Diarrhea, Angina pectoris, Allergies, Inadequate measles.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

None recorded.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

None recorded.

Dosage

Part	Dose	Instructions
Root	9.000 – 15.000 g/day	N/A

Available Brands

None recorded.

Compound Preparations

No Compound Preparation information is available for Piper methysticum.

Substitutes

No information regarding Piper methysticum's substitute is currently available.

Active Constituents

No information regarding Piper methysticum's active constituent is currently available.

Antidotes

No information regarding Piper methysticum's antidote is currently available.

Toxicity

Currently no Toxicity information is available for Piper methysticum. (work in progress)