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Tinospora General
Information
In Ayurvedic medicine, Tinospora has long been used as a tonic, a
vitalizer, and a remedy for diabetes and metabolic disorders. Tinospora
can help reduce blood glucose levels. It has anti-periodity,
antispasmodic, antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, diuretic,
and antipyretic properties. Tinospora has been classified by modern
herbalists as an adaptogen; a substance known to increase the body’s
ability to withstand stress of all types, therefore it also helps build
up the immune system and the body’s resistance against infections, and
combats premature aging.
Tinospora Uses & Scientific Evidence For
Tinospora is a blood purifier, but it is also used to help treat
rheumatism, jaundice, hepatic fibrosis, anemia, diabetes, urinary
disorders, diarrhea, and dysentery. It has also been used in cases of
acute dental infection. Tinospora promotes the regeneration of the liver
from drug-induced hepatic toxicity. This herb can help strengthen
persons before and after chemotherapy. The leaves of the plant are used
to treat gout, and the root is a powerful emetic that can be used for
visceral obstruction. Though there is no substantial evidence to support
its effectiveness, Tinospora is used to treat HIV/AIDS and other immune
diseases.
Tinospora Dosage Information
Tinospora comes in various forms and is an ingredient in many products.
The extract and powder concoctions are most commonly used for treating
serious illnesses like cancer. For best results, read and follow product
label directions.
Tinospora Safety & Interaction Information
Tinospora is generally regarded as safe when taken in the recommended
doses. If you are taking any other medications or supplements, it is
best to consult with your physician before using Tinospora. Safety in
young children, pregnant or nursing women, or those with severe liver
or kidney disease is not known.
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CHEMICAL
COMPOSITION |
Different
constituents reported include a glucoside, alkaloids, bitter
principles, crystalline components etc1. The bitter
principles have been identified as columbin, chasmanthin and
palmarin2. The alkaloid tinosporin3 was also
identified. |
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PHARMACOLOGY |
Studies on
induced oedema and arthritis and on human arthritis proved
antiinflammatory potency of the water extract of plant4.
It also has antipyretic action and is a morphine potentiator5.
It induced reduction in blood sugar in alloxan induced
hyperglycaemic rats and rabbits6. This drug relaxes the
intestinal and uterine smooth muscles7. Blood urea levels
in uraemic dogs and human subjects were also decreased8.
It is proved effective in prevention of fibrosis and in stimulating
regeneration in hepatic tissue9. |
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THERAPEUTIC USES |
Used for the
treatment of jaundice, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, gout, viral
hepatitis, arthopathies and general weakness. |
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