Tinospora cordifolia
Tinospora cordifolia
Tinospora cordifolia, commonly known as Indian gooseberry or heart-leaved moonseed, is a traditional plant used in Ayurveda and other Indian systems of medicine. It has been traditionally employed for digestive complaints and wound healing. Scientific evidence suggests that compounds from Tinospora cordifolia may potentially inhibit the African swine fever virus B175L protein, though more research is needed to confirm these findings. The plant also showed moderate DNA protective activity in some studies, with one metabolite, cordiside A, demonstrating significant inhibition of nitric oxide production without causing high cytotoxicity. Safety-wise, no major issues have been recorded, and there are currently no known drug interactions associated with Tinospora cordifolia.
- Uso tradicional
- complains digestivos · heridas
- Tradiciones
- tradicional
- Mejor evidencia
- D
- Precauciones
- —
Solo información. El uso tradicional no significa eficacia probada. La evidencia y la seguridad varían — consulte las fuentes citadas.
Uso tradicional
- complains digestivos
- heridas
Lo que dice la ciencia
- El estudio identificó dos diketopiperazinas de Streptomyces triticiradicis TTCF1 que mostraron una actividad antibacteriana potente y una toxicidad selectiva contra líneas celulares cancerosas.
- El estudio mostró que Tinospora cordifolia exhibió una actividad protectora moderada del DNA entre las especies de Himalaya probadas。
- Cordiside A (5) inhibió significativamente la producción de óxido nítrico, IL-6 y TNF-α en células macrofageicas con baja citototoxicidad.
- El estudio sugiere que varios compuestos de Tinospora cordifolia podrían potencialmente inhibir el proteína del virus de la fiebre aparentemente mortal porcina B175L.
- TCAE, SLAE e SPAE indujeron la apoptosis de las células THP-1, sugiriendo posibles efectos terapéuticos para el leucemia, aunque se necesitan más estudios clínicos.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tinospora cordifolia?
Tinospora cordifolia (Tinospora cordifolia) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Tinospora cordifolia traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Tinospora cordifolia for: complains digestivos, heridas. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Tinospora cordifolia?
Tinospora cordifolia appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional.
What does the scientific evidence say about Tinospora cordifolia?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Tinospora cordifolia; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: El estudio identificó dos diketopiperazinas de Streptomyces triticiradicis TTCF1 que mostraron una actividad antibacteriana potente y una toxicidad selectiva contra líneas celulares cancerosas.
How strong is the evidence for Tinospora cordifolia?
The strongest finding for Tinospora cordifolia carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Tinospora cordifolia safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Tinospora cordifolia in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Tinospora cordifolia interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Tinospora cordifolia in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Tinospora cordifolia 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.
Fuentes
- T2 Harnessing the potential of selected Himalayan species for phyto-cosmeceutical formulations guided through biochemometric analysis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Diketopiperazines from the Endophytic Streptomyces triticiradicis TTCF1 (Tinospora cordifolia): Isolation and Evaluation of Antibacterial and Anticancer Properties. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Structurally Diverse Secondary Metabolites from the Stem of Tinospora cordifolia and Their Anti-Inflammatory Potential on RAW264.7 Macrophages. literature abstract metadata
- T2 In silico pharmacological analysis of Tinospora cordifolia compounds targeting African swine fever virus B175L. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Study of Tinospora cordifolia stem and Senna siamea leaf and pods: An in vitro therapeutic approach for leukemia. literature abstract metadata
- T3 Tinospora cordifolia CC BY-SA 4.0