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Yohimbe

• Yohimbe
• General Information
  The yohimbe tree is a tall evergreen that is native to western Africa. The bark of the tree contains a chemical called yohimbine. The amount of yohimbine in dietary supplements may vary; some yohimbe products have been found to contain very little yohimbine. However, a standardized form of yohimbine - yohimbine hydrochloride - is available as a prescription medicine that has been studied and used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
  Common Name(s)
  yohimbe, yohimbe bark
  Scientific Name(s)
  Pausinystalia yohimbe
  How is Yohimbe usually used?
  As a dietary supplement, the dried bark of the yohimbe tree is used as a tea and taken by mouth. An extractextractto get, separate, or isolate a desired active ingredient of the bark is also put into capsules and tablets.
  What is Yohimbe used for?
  Yohimbe bark has traditionally been used in Africa as an aphrodisiac (to increase sexual desire).
• The herb is currently used for sexual dysfunction, including erectile dysfunction in men.
• Your health care provider may have recommended this product for other conditions. Contact a health care provider if you have questions.