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jateorhiza

Jateorhiza palmata

Jateorhiza palmata, also known as Berberis aristata, is a traditional medicinal plant used in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine. It has been traditionally employed for treating anorexia nervosa and anaemia. Scientific evidence regarding its effectiveness for these conditions is limited due to the heterogeneity of interventions and outcome measures in included studies. Laboratory tests have shown that four compounds from T. bakis demonstrated a superior anti-glycation effect compared to rutin and quercetin, while Jateorhiza palmata extracts contain berberine as the main constituent with jatrorrhizine as a secondary component. These components exhibit limited cytotoxicity and minimal interaction with CYP450 substrates. The review of various herbal preparations for irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) found limited evidence supporting the effectiveness of Jateorhiza palmata. No major safety issues or recorded drug interactions have been noted, though further research is needed to confirm its efficacy and safety in clinical settings.

En bref
Usage traditionnel
anorexie nerveuse · anémie
Traditions
Traditionnel
Meilleure preuve
A
Précautions
—

Information uniquement. L'usage traditionnel ne signifie pas une efficacité prouvée. Les preuves et la sécurité varient — consultez les sources citées.

Usage traditionnel

Ce que dit la science

  • Les extraits de Jateorhiza palmata contiennent la berbérine comme principale composante avec la jatrorrhizine en secondaire, montrant une bonne biodisponibilité mais une toxicité limitée. D PMID
  • Les études incluses ont montré certains effets bénéfiques des remèdes végétaux sur les symptômes du SIBO-C, mais la qualité des preuves est limitée en raison de l'hétérogénéité des interventions et des mesures de résultats. A PMID
  • Quatre composés issus de T. bakis ont montré un effet antigauchissement supérieur par rapport à la rutine et au quercétine dans les tests de laboratoire. D PMID
  • L'étude a examiné diverses préparations végétales, mais n'a trouvé qu'une preuve limitée en faveur de l'efficacité de Jateorhiza palmata spécifiquement pour le syndrome d'intestin irritable (SII). A PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is jateorhiza?

jateorhiza (Jateorhiza palmata) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What is jateorhiza traditionally used for?

Traditional sources record jateorhiza for: anorexie nerveuse, anémie. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.

Which traditions use jateorhiza?

jateorhiza appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional.

What does the scientific evidence say about jateorhiza?

4 sourced findings are recorded for jateorhiza; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Les extraits de Jateorhiza palmata contiennent la berbérine comme principale composante avec la jatrorrhizine en secondaire, montrant une bonne biodisponibilité mais une toxicité limitée.

How strong is the evidence for jateorhiza?

The strongest finding for jateorhiza carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is jateorhiza safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does jateorhiza interact with medications?

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

What are the common names of jateorhiza?

jateorhiza is also known as: Ятеориза пальчатая.

Is jateorhiza 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 Herbal medicines for the management of irritable bowel syndrome: a comprehensive review. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Herbal Remedies for Constipation-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Clerodane Furanoditerpenoids from Tinospora bakis (A.Rich.) Miers (Menispermaceae). literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Comprehensive Analysis of Berberis aristata DC. Bark Extracts: In Vitro and In Silico Evaluation of Bioaccessibility and Safety. literature abstract metadata
  5. T3 Jateorhiza palmata CC BY-SA 4.0