How do people of the rainforest use Quinine?

Question

Quinine comes from the rainforest i know but does anyone know how Quinine is used by the people of the rainforest??

Thanks!!

Answer 1

Quinine was originally used to treat malaria

Answer 2

Gin and Tonics

(in the tonic water)

Answer 3

In Brazilian herbal medicine quinine bark is considered a tonic, a digestive stimulant, and fever-reducer. It is used for anemia, indigestion, gastrointestinal disorders, general fatigue, fevers, malaria and as an appetite stimulant.

Other folk remedies in South America cite quinine bark as a natural remedy for cancer (breast, glands, liver, mesentery, spleen), amebic infections, heart problems, colds, diarrhea, dysentery, dyspepsia, fevers, flu, hangover, lumbago, malaria, neuralgia, pneumonia, sciatica, typhoid, and varicose veins.