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Dragon's Blood is the dark red latex resin tapped from the bark of Croton lechleri trees in the Amazon rainforest — not to be confused with other plants sharing the same common name. Croton lechleri latex contains a complex of proanthocyanidins collectively known as SP-303 (also called crofelemer), as well as the alkaloid taspine and several flavonoids. Taspine has been the subject of wound-healing research — it stimulates fibroblast migration, the process by which connective tissue cells move to repair damaged tissue. SP-303/crofelemer is the active ingredient in Mytesi, an FDA-approved drug for HIV-associated diarrhea; it works by blocking chloride ion channels in intestinal epithelial cells, reducing fluid secretion and normalizing stool consistency. The proanthocyanidin fraction also inhibits NF-κB-mediated inflammatory signaling in gut mucosa. Herb Pharm wildcrafts the resin sustainably — no tree felling required, as the latex is harvested by tapping, similar to rubber collection.
Shake well before use. Take 20–30 drops in water, juice, or tea, twice daily or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Not for use during pregnancy. Consult a healthcare practitioner if you have a medical condition or take medications.
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