Guduchi Root Powder (Tinosporia cordifolia) 8 oz: B
Tinospora cordifolia is widely used in botanical formulations in India and China. Tinospora cordifolia is reported to benefit the immune system in a variety of ways. Experiments suggest that its ability to scavenge free radicals and to block free radicals and to inhibit radical-induced membrane damage may be the underlying feature of many of the biological activities of this herb. Studies on induced oedema and arthritis, and on human arthritis proved the anti-inflammatory potency of the water extract of this plant. Phase I and Phase II of adjuvant induced arthritis were also inhibited. The anti-inflammatory activity of this plant resembles that of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents. It also has weak antipyretc action and is a morphine potentiatorg. It also shows we diuretic action. The hepatoprotective effect of T. cordifolia extract has been studied in carbon tetrachloride induced liver damage in rats. While acute damage was enhanced by prior exposure to the drug, it proved effective in the prevention of fibrosis, and in stimulating regeneration in hepatic tissue. Clinically, this drug has been tried as a therapeutic modality in rheumatoid arthritis, jaundice and in diabetes. Used in compound formulations for treatment of jaundice, rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes.