Anamirta
Anamirta
Anamirta, a plant traditionally used in few recorded practices, is primarily associated with traditional medicine in Southeast Asia. Scientific evidence suggests that Anamirta cocculus contains compounds like picrotoxinin and picrotin, which have shown potential in improving memory functions in rodents but the results for scopolamine-induced impairments are inconclusive. Additionally, leaf extracts from Anamirta cocculus demonstrated potent cytotoxicity against cancer cells, with selective induction of apoptosis, though further research is needed to validate these findings. No major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The study identified characteristic compounds from each ingredient in Vertigoheel, including picrotoxinin and picrotin from Anamirta cocculus.
- VH-04 improved visual recognition memory and spatial working memory in rodents, but not all scopolamine-induced impairments.
- The ethyl acetate extract of Anamirta cocculus showed potent cytotoxicity against ovarian and colorectal cancer cell lines with minimal toxicity to normal cells, inducing apoptosis through interactions with key proteins.
- The study found that combining HPTLC and Bar-HRM methods could differentiate Mallotus repandus from Anamirta cocculus and Croton caudatus.
Frequently asked questions
What is Anamirta?
Anamirta (Anamirta) 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 Anamirta?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Anamirta; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study identified characteristic compounds from each ingredient in Vertigoheel, including picrotoxinin and picrotin from Anamirta cocculus.
How strong is the evidence for Anamirta?
The strongest finding for Anamirta carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Anamirta safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Anamirta in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Anamirta interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Anamirta in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Anamirta?
Anamirta is also known as: Анамирта, Anamirte.
Is Anamirta 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.
Sources
- T2 Combining DNA and HPTLC profiles to differentiate a pain relief herb, Mallotus repandus, from plants sharing the same common name, "Kho-Khlan". literature abstract metadata
- T2 Vertigoheel promotes rodent cognitive performance in multiple memory tests. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Unveiling the anticancer potential of Anamirta cocculus (L.) Wight& Arn.: Evidences from cytotoxicity studies, apoptosis analysis, and molecular docking. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry-Based Molecular Profiling of Vertigoheel. literature abstract metadata