Holarrhena mitis
Holarrhena mitis
Holarrhena mitis, a traditional plant used in various Indian and African medicinal practices, is traditionally employed to treat fevers and dysentery. In these contexts, it has been utilized within Ayurvedic and folk medicine systems. Scientific evidence suggests that hemanthamine, an alkaloid found in Holarrhena mitis, exhibits mild antihypertensive activity and shows potential antibacterial effects against ESKAPE pathogens, though the strength of this evidence is not extensively supported by large-scale clinical trials. No significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been reported for Holarrhena mitis to date, indicating that its use generally poses minimal risk when used as traditionally practiced.
- Traditionally for
- fevers · dysentery
- Traditions
- traditional
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- fevers
- dysentery
What the science says
- Hemanthamine from Holarrhena mitis has mild antihypertensive activity and shows antiretroviral and cytotoxic effects.
- The study discusses various mechanisms of ESKAPE pathogens and highlights several natural compounds with potential antibacterial activity.
Frequently asked questions
What is Holarrhena mitis?
Holarrhena mitis (Holarrhena mitis) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Holarrhena mitis traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Holarrhena mitis for: fevers, dysentery. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Holarrhena mitis?
Holarrhena mitis appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional.
What does the scientific evidence say about Holarrhena mitis?
2 sourced findings are recorded for Holarrhena mitis; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Hemanthamine from Holarrhena mitis has mild antihypertensive activity and shows antiretroviral and cytotoxic effects.
How strong is the evidence for Holarrhena mitis?
The strongest finding for Holarrhena mitis carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Holarrhena mitis safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Holarrhena mitis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Holarrhena mitis interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Holarrhena mitis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Holarrhena mitis?
Holarrhena mitis is also known as: Голаррена мягкая.
Is Holarrhena mitis 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 Volume 3 Isolated Compounds (H-M) literature abstract metadata
- T2 Escaping mechanisms of ESKAPE pathogens from antibiotics and their targeting by natural compounds. literature abstract metadata
- T3 Holarrhena mitis CC BY-SA 4.0