Johimbe

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Johimbe
TermJohimbe
Short definitionjohimbe (yo-HIM bay) A tree native to West Africa. The bark is used as a supplement in bodybuilding and to increase male sexual performance. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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johimbe - (pronounced) (yo-HIM bay) A tree native to West Africa. The bark is used as a supplement in bodybuilding and to increase male sexual performance. It contains the chemical yohimbine, which is being studied to treat sexual dysfunction. It can interact with certain medicines used to treat depression, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar. The scientific name is Pausinystalia yohimbe. Also called yohimbe

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