Bloodwood tree

The bloodwood tree (logwood), also known as the bluewood tree or campeche tree, as well as by its Latin name Haematoxylum Campechianum, is a plant that is used to make medicine. Bloodwood tree is used to treat diarrhea and excessive bleeding. Bloodwood tree is also used as a drying agent.

How does bloodwood tree work?

There is not enough information available to say how bloodwood tree might work as a medicine.

How effective is bloodwood tree?

There is not enough scientific data to say how effective bloodwood tree is for diarrhea and excessive bleeding, or when used as a drying agent. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of bloodwood tree in these applications.

Safety and side effects

There is not enough information to say whether Bloodwood Tree is safe and harmless or what side effects Bloodwood Tree may have.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: Not enough is known about the use of Bloodwood Tree during pregnancy and lactation. For this reason, pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid Bloodwood Tree.

Interactions

At the present time there is no information on interactions of Bloodwood Tree with medications or supplements.

Dosage

An appropriate dosage of Bloodwood Tree depends on various factors such as age, state of health and others. At this time, there is insufficient scientific data to make a statement about appropriate dosage ranges for Bloodwood Tree. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.