JABORANDI

SOURCE INFORMATION

Scientific Classification

• Family: Rutaceae
• Genus: Pilocarpus
• Species: P. microphyllus

Origin: Jaborandi is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, primarily found in Brazil.

The name “Jaborandi” is derived from the Tupi-Guarani language, meaning “slobber mouth,” a reference to the profuse salivation it induces.

Historical Facts

• Traditional Use: Indigenous tribes in South America have used Jaborandi for centuries to induce sweating and treat various ailments.
• Medical Use: Pilocarpine, the active alkaloid in Jaborandi, was isolated in the 19th century and has since been used in modern medicine, particularly for its diaphoretic and miotic effects.

DRUG PATHOGENESIS

• Jaborandi stimulates the autonomic nervous system, leading to increased glandular activity.
• This results in significant diaphoresis (sweating), salivation, and myosis (pupil constriction).
• Its action on the thyroid gland may contribute to its sweat-inducing effects.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS

• Diaphoresis: Profuse sweating from all parts of the body.
• Salivation: Excessive production of saliva.
• Myosis: Constriction of pupils.
• Heat and Flushing: Flushing of the face, ears, and neck shortly after administration.

DETAILED ORGAN SYMPTOMS

MIND

• Anxiety: Nervousness and tremors.

HEAD

• Vertigo: Dizziness, especially after using eyes.
• Headache: Associated with eye strain and use.

EYES

• Eye Strain: Irritability and tiredness of the ciliary muscle.
• Burning Sensation: Heat and burning in the eyes.
• Visual Disturbances: Hazy vision, indistinct vision, and white spots.
• Smarting Pain: Pain and smarting sensation in the eyes.

EARS

• Tinnitus: Ringing or buzzing in the ears.
• Serous Exudation: Fluid buildup in the tympanic cavities.

MOUTH

• Salivation: Free and excessive salivation, with saliva being viscid and egg-white-like.
• Dryness: Dry mouth before the onset of salivation.

STOMACH

• Nausea: Triggered by looking at moving objects.
• Vomiting: Accompanied by pressure and pain in the stomach.

ABDOMEN

• Diarrhea: Painless diarrhea during the day, often with flushed face and profuse sweating.

URINARY

• Scanty Urine: Reduced urine output with pain over the pubic area and frequent urging.

HEART

• Pulse Irregularity: Irregular, dicrotic pulse.
• Chest Oppression: Sensation of pressure in the chest.
• Cyanosis: Bluish discoloration of the skin due to lack of oxygen.
• Nervous Cardiac Affections: Cardiac symptoms related to nervous system issues.

RESPIRATORY

• Bronchial Irritation: Inflammation of the bronchial mucous membrane.
• Cough: Inclination to cough with difficulty breathing.
• Pulmonary Edema: Fluid accumulation in the lungs.
• Foamy Sputum: Thin, serous expectoration.
• Slow Respiration: Slow, sighing breaths.

SKIN

• Excessive Sweating: Profuse perspiration from all parts of the body.
• Dry Skin: Persistent dryness of the skin.
• Eczema: Dry eczema with semi-lateral sweats and chilliness.

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHER DRUGS

Compare:

• Amyl Nitrite: Used for similar diaphoretic effects and to relieve acute angina.
• Atropine: An antagonist to Pilocarpine, used to counteract its effects; Atropine in doses of one one-hundredth grain for one-sixth of Pilocarpine.
• Physostigma: For nervous and glandular affections.
• Lycopodium: For digestive and respiratory issues.
• Ruta: For eye strain and visual disturbances.

Pilocarpin Mur:

• Used in conditions such as Meniere’s disease and rapidly progressive phthisis with free hemorrhages and profuse sweating.
• The 2x trituration of Pilocarpin Mur is particularly indicated.

DOSE

Homeopathic Uses

• Third Potency: Standard homeopathic dilution.

Non-Homeopathic Uses

Powerful and Rapid Diaphoretic

• Primarily used in conditions requiring rapid and intense sweating.
• Renal Disease: Particularly effective in managing renal conditions with uraemia by eliminating both water and urea.
• Scarlatinal Dropsy: Used to manage oedema following scarlet fever.

Contraindications

• Heart Failure: Not recommended for patients with cardiac issues.
• Post-Puerperal Uremia: Should be avoided in post-childbirth uremia.
• Elderly Patients: Contraindicated in senile cases due to potential complications.

DOSE

• Hypodermic Administration: One-eighth to one-fourth grain for rapid diaphoretic action.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jaborandi used for?

• Jaborandi is used primarily for inducing sweating and salivation. 
• It is effective in treating night-sweats in tuberculosis, eye strain, and respiratory conditions like bronchitis and whooping cough.

How is Jaborandi administered?

• In homeopathy, it is typically used in third potency dilutions. 
• In conventional medicine, it may be administered hypodermically in specific doses for diaphoretic effects.

Are there any side effects of Jaborandi?

• Side effects can include excessive sweating, salivation, nausea, dizziness, and vision disturbances. 
• It should be used cautiously, especially in individuals with heart conditions or the elderly.