Indian catmint
Anisomeles indica
Anisomeles indica is a plant traditionally used in various folk remedies but lacks formal documentation of specific traditional uses. Scientific studies have shown that Anisomeles indica powder did not exhibit genotoxic or subacute oral toxicity up to 8,000 mg/kg/day, indicating its relative safety at these doses. Acteoside from the plant reduced ulcer index and inflammation by downregulating p38 MAPK in both in vivo and in vitro models, suggesting potential anti-inflammatory properties. Additionally, research identified Anisomeles indica as a suitable species for phytoremediation of metal-contaminated sites and found that a Pd-doped WO3 nanocomposite synthesized using its leaf extract demonstrated promising catalytic performance. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded to date.
- Beste Evidenz
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- Warnhinweise
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Nur zur Information. Traditionelle Anwendung bedeutet keine nachgewiesene Wirksamkeit. Evidenz und Sicherheit variieren — siehe die angegebenen Quellen.
Was die Wissenschaft sagt
- Anisomeles indica-containing powder did not show genotoxicity or subacute oral toxicity up to 8000 mg/kg/day in the study.
- Der Acteosid aus Anisomeles indica verringerte den Ulzern-Index und die Entzündung durch die Regulierung der p38 MAPK sowohl in lebenden als auch in vitro Modellen.
- Die Studie zeigte an, dass ein WO3-Nanokomplex mit Pd-Dopierung, der aus dem Extrakt von Anisomeles indica Blättern synthetisiert wurde, eine versprechende Leistung als Katalysator, Photokatalysator und Antibakterialagent zeigt.
- Die Studie erkannte Anisomeles indica als eine der vielen natürlichen Pflanzenarten, die für die Phytoremediation in stark metallverschmutzten Bergbaustellen geeignet sind.
- Anisomeles indica zeigt eine Vielzahl von biologischen Aktivitäten, einschließlich entzündungshemmender, antitumoraler, antiviraler, antibakterieller, antioxidantiver und immunmodulierender Wirkungen, aber Herausforderungen bestehen bei der Standardisierung und klinischen Validierung.
Frequently asked questions
What is Indian catmint?
Indian catmint (Anisomeles indica) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Indian catmint?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Indian catmint; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Anisomeles indica-containing powder did not show genotoxicity or subacute oral toxicity up to 8000 mg/kg/day in the study.
How strong is the evidence for Indian catmint?
The strongest finding for Indian catmint carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Indian catmint safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Indian catmint in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Indian catmint interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Indian catmint in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Indian catmint?
Indian catmint is also known as: Анизомелес индийский.
Is Indian catmint a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Quellen
- T2 Phyto-engineered Pd-doped WO3 nanocomposite via Anisomeles indica leaf extract: a recyclable heterogeneous catalyst for aqueous Petasis reaction, photocatalytic dye degradation, and antibacterial applications. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Eco-restoration potential of native metallophytes through multivariate assessment: a case study in Sukinda Chromite Mines, India. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The role of p38 MAPK in acteoside-mediated gastric ulcer protection. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comprehensive Genotoxicity and 28-Day Oral Toxicity Evaluation Reveal Safety of a Standardized Anisomeles indica-Containing Powder. literature abstract metadata
- T2 From Ethnopharmacology to Drug Discovery: The Therapeutic Potential of Anisomeles indica. literature abstract metadata