Yohimbine, also known under the outdated names quebrachin, aphrodin, corynine,
yohimvetol, and hydroergotocin, is the principal alkaloid of the bark of the
West-African tree Pausinystalia yohimbe Pierre (formerly Corynanthe yohimbe), family
Rubiaceae (Madder family). There are 31 other yohimbane alkaloids found in
Yohimbe.
Pharmacology
Yohimbine is a selective competitive alpha2-adrenergic receptor antagonist and is
used for treating erectile dysfunction. It is claimed to be an aphrodisiac. It is
also used as a weight loss supplement as it increases Norepinephrine (noradrenaline)
levels.
Higher doses of oral Yohimbine create numerous side effects such as rapid heart rate,
high blood pressure, and overstimulation. Yohimbine is also used clinically to
produce anxiety.
Some internet shops even sell expensive formulations of Yohimbine for percutaneous
delivery to effect a local reduction of adipose tissue. From a pharmaceutical
standpoint this seems highly unlikely and no evidence whatsoever is presented
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