Copaíba (Copaifera langsdorffii) serve para aliviar a inflamação e artrite

Before using this herbal medicine consult a specialist first.

Copaíba (Copaifera langsdorffii) serves to relieve inflammation and arthritis

Copaiba is a medicinal plant, also known as Copaína-genuine, Copaiva or Balsam-de-copaiba, widely used to relieve inflammation, skin problems, open wounds and bruises, as it has anti-inflammatory, healing and antiseptic properties.

Its scientific name is Copaifera langsdorffii and can be found in pharmacies or health food stores in the form of creams, lotions, shampoos, ointments and soaps. However, copaiba is mostly used in the form of oil.

What is it for:

Copaiba has anti-inflammatory, healing, antiseptic, antimicrobial, diuretic, laxative and hypotensive properties, and can be used for several situations, the main ones being:

Skin problems, such as rashes, dermatitis, white cloth and eczema, for example;
Stomach ulcers;
Dandruff;
Respiratory problems, such as cough, excessive secretion and bronchitis;
Colds and flu;
Urinary infections;
Hemorrhoid;
Inflammatory joint diseases, such as arthritis;
Constipation;
Mycoses.

In addition, copaiba can be used to fight infections that can be transmitted sexually, such as syphilis and gonorrhea

Side Effects and Contraindications:

It is important that copaiba is used as directed by the herbalist or doctor, as it has some side effects when used correctly, such as diarrhea, vomiting and skin rashes. In addition, the use of this medicinal plant is contraindicated in case of pregnancy or lactation and in case of gastric problems.