Common Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
Thymus vulgaris, commonly known as common thyme, is a traditional plant used in various culinary and folk medicine practices. It has been traditionally utilized for its potential antimicrobial properties and digestive support, though specific uses vary among different cultural traditions. Scientific evidence suggests that an herbal mouthwash derived from Thymus vulgaris showed comparable efficacy to chlorhexidine in treating gingivitis, indicating possible benefits for oral health. Additionally, thyme essential oil demonstrated significant antiparasitic effects against Sparicotyle chrysophrii, causing structural damage and functional collapse. However, studies on the impact of thyme on drug-metabolizing enzymes showed increased mRNA levels by 2-8 fold, though no changes in protein expression or activity were assessed. Notably, Thymus vulgaris was associated with nephrotoxicity in female rabbits through apoptosis and cell cycle dysregulation, but these effects could be partially mitigated by thyme essential oil and vitamin C. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been reported to date.
- 最佳证据
- D
- 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
- 从Pedicough糖浆中提取的草本漱口水在牙周临床参数方面对患有牙龈炎的患者表现出与氯己定相似的良好效果。
- 百里香Thymus vulgaris精油在Sparicotyle chrysophrii中引起了广泛的表皮破坏，导致结构损伤和功能崩溃。
- 绿合成氧化锌纳米颗粒与百里香草和他莫昔芬联合治疗显示出了协同细胞毒性作用，显著降低了对MCF-7乳腺癌细胞所需他莫昔芬的剂量。
- Ampligo® 150 ZC 在雌性兔中通过诱导凋亡和细胞周期失调引起肾毒性，这些效应部分被百里香精油和维生素 C 缓解。
- 普通迷迭香增加了药物代谢酶的mRNA水平2至8倍，但未评估蛋白质表达或功能后果。
Frequently asked questions
What is Common Thyme?
Common Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) 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 Common Thyme?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Common Thyme; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: 从Pedicough糖浆中提取的草本漱口水在牙周临床参数方面对患有牙龈炎的患者表现出与氯己定相似的良好效果。
How strong is the evidence for Common Thyme?
The strongest finding for Common Thyme carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Common Thyme safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Common Thyme in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Common Thyme interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Common Thyme in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Common Thyme?
Common Thyme is also known as: Тимьян обыкновенный, Farigoule.
Is Common Thyme 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 Apoptosis and Cell Cycle Dysregulation in Ampligo® 150 ZC-Induced Nephrotoxicity in Female Rabbits: Protective Effects of Thymus vulgaris Essential Oil and Vitamin C. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Transcript-Level Modulation of Drug-Metabolizing Enzymes by Echinacea, Salvia, and Thymus in Adult Male Rats: Implications for Herb-Drug Interactions. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Evaluation of the combined cytotoxic and apoptotic potential of green-synthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles (from Thymus vulgaris) and tamoxifen on MCF-7 breast cancer cells. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Essential oils compromise tegumental integrity in Sparicotyle chrysophrii: Insights from SEM and histological analyses. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effect of an Herbal Mouthwash Derived from Pedicough Syrup on Plaque, Gingival and Bleeding Indices in Patients with Gingivitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. literature abstract metadata