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Lagrimas De La Virgen

Eleutherine bulbosa

Eleutherine bulbosa is a plant traditionally used in various African and Asian herbal practices but lacks specific documented traditional uses. Scientific studies have shown that when combined with tamoxifen, Eleutherine bulbosa ethanol extract significantly reduced COX-2 levels in breast cancer models, indicating potential synergistic effects against certain types of cancer. Additionally, isolated compounds from the plant showed moderate antiproliferative activity against several cancer cell lines and exhibited notable antioxidant and antibacterial properties, particularly with a 96% ethanol extract demonstrating high antioxidant activity. The extracts also demonstrated significant inhibition against retinoblastoma spheroids but efficacy was noted to be influenced by the tumor microenvironment. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Eleutherine bulbosa in current scientific literature.

At a glance
Best evidence
D
Cautions
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Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.

What the science says

  • The study identified moderate antiproliferative activity of isoeleutherol from Eleutherine bulbosa against HeLa, A549, and MCF-7 cancer cell lines. D PMID
  • The combination of tamoxifen and Eleutherine bulbosa ethanol extract significantly reduced COX-2 levels in DMBA-induced breast cancer models. D PMID
  • The study found that Eleutherine bulbosa extract showed significant inhibition against 3D retinoblastoma spheroids, though efficacy was affected by the tumor microenvironment. D PMID
  • Eleutherine bulbosa extracts showed notable antioxidant and antibacterial activities, with the highest activity observed in the 96% ethanol extract. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Lagrimas De La Virgen?

Lagrimas De La Virgen (Eleutherine bulbosa) 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 Lagrimas De La Virgen?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Lagrimas De La Virgen; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study identified moderate antiproliferative activity of isoeleutherol from Eleutherine bulbosa against HeLa, A549, and MCF-7 cancer cell lines.

How strong is the evidence for Lagrimas De La Virgen?

The strongest finding for Lagrimas De La Virgen carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Lagrimas De La Virgen safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Lagrimas De La Virgen in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Lagrimas De La Virgen interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Lagrimas De La Virgen in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

Is Lagrimas De La Virgen 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

  1. T2 Optimized Eleutherine bulbosa Urb. bulb extract on the inhibition of 3D retinoblastoma spheroids cultured in type I murine collagen. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 An Assessment of the Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, and Anti-inflammatory Properties of Eleutherine bulbosa (Mill.) Urb. Extract. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Cytotoxic isoeleutherol of Eleutherine bulbosa (Mill.) Urb onion bulb from Simalungun, North Sumatera against human cancer cells. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 The Combined Effects of Eleutherine bulbosa Ethanol Extract and Tamoxifen On Cox-2 Levels in a BaLB/c Mouse Breast Cancer Model. literature abstract metadata