Equisetum arvense
Equisetum arvense
Equisetum arvense, commonly known as field horsetail, is a traditional medicinal plant with roots tracing back to ancient times. It has been used in various folk remedies and herbal practices across different cultures, though specific uses are not well-documented. Scientific evidence suggests potential benefits; for instance, a study indicated that Equisetum arvense combined with PEA could reduce pain intensity in chronic pain patients over an eight-week period. Additionally, virtual screening identified luteolin-5-O-glucoside from the plant as a possible lead compound for targeting VCX2 in hepatocellular carcinoma. The plant has also shown promise in enhancing soybean growth and defense responses when used as a biostimulant. Notably, field horsetail extracts may help mitigate some of the adverse effects caused by metronidazole treatment on testicular toxicity in rats. Safety records indicate no major issues have been reported, and there are currently no known drug interactions associated with Equisetum arvense.
- 最佳证据
- B
- 注意事项
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仅供参考。传统用法并不代表已被证实有效。证据与安全性各不相同，请查阅所引来源。
科学怎么说
- 研究发现，不同提取物的Equisetum arvense显示出不同的抗氧化和酶抑制活性，其中乙醇和丙酮提取物表现尤为突出。
- 这项研究发现，在使用结合了PEA和Equisetum arvense的补充剂八周后，慢性疼痛患者的疼痛强度显著降低。
- 虚拟筛选确定了来自毛水藻的芹菜素-5-O-苷作为针对VCX2在肝细胞癌中的潜在先导骨架。
- 研究发现，经过等离子体处理的植物源生物刺激剂相较于未经处理的生物刺激剂能提高大豆生长和防御反应。
- 研究发现，甲硝唑在大鼠中引起了睾丸毒性，但橄榄叶和车前草提取物的治疗减轻了部分不良反应。
Frequently asked questions
What is Equisetum arvense?
Equisetum arvense (Equisetum arvense) 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 Equisetum arvense?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Equisetum arvense; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: 研究发现，不同提取物的Equisetum arvense显示出不同的抗氧化和酶抑制活性，其中乙醇和丙酮提取物表现尤为突出。
How strong is the evidence for Equisetum arvense?
The strongest finding for Equisetum arvense carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Equisetum arvense safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Equisetum arvense in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Equisetum arvense interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Equisetum arvense in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Equisetum arvense?
Equisetum arvense is also known as: Хвощ полевой, Prêle des champs.
Is Equisetum arvense 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.
来源
- T2 Evaluation of the Clinical Efficacy of a Novel Palmitoylethanolamide-Equisetum arvense Supplement for the Management of Chronic Pain: Findings from a Prospective Clinical Trial. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Protective Effects of Olea europaea L. Leaves and Equisetum arvense L. Extracts Against Testicular Toxicity Induced by Metronidazole Through Reducing Oxidative Stress and Regulating NBN, INSL-3, STAR, HSD-3β, and CYP11A1 Signaling Pathways. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Plasma activation of plant-based biostimulants enhances growth and defense responses in soybean (Glycine max (L.)). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Experimental and theoretical exploration of biological activities of different extracts of Equisetum arvense: Enzyme inhibition, DFT, molecular docking and molecular dynamics analyses. literature abstract metadata
- T2 An integrative omics-guided druggability analysis of VCX2 in hepatocellular carcinoma using Peruvian natural products. literature abstract metadata