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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Andrachne, Maidenbush
Class :
Herbal supplements
Management of pain (Off-label)
In vivo study on mice suggests that the drug produces antinociceptive activity in mice at doses of 600mg/kg and 900mg/kg.
Off-label
In vivo study on mice suggests that the drug produces antinociceptive activity in mice at doses of 600mg/kg and 900mg/kg.
Not indicated
Refer to adult dosing
Actions and spectrum:
Action:
In vivo studies proves that andrachne’s analgesic effect may be due to IL-6 suppression, although the exact mechanism remains unknown.
Limited data available
Black box warning
None
Contraindication/Caution:
None
Pregnancy & lactation:
Pregnancy consideration:
Data not available
Lactation:
Data not available
Pregnancy category:
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus in either the first or second trimester.
<b>Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.
Category C: There was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.
Category D: Adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category
Pharmacology:
Andrachne might have compounds like terpenoids, alkaloids, & flavonoids that could have medicinal effects.
Pharmacodynamics:
Limited data available
Pharmacokinetics:
Limited data available
Administration:
To be used as suggested by the physician
Patient information leaflet
Generic Name: andrachne
Why do we use andrachne?
Andrachne is used in Yemen for eye inflammation. Studies show its extracts have antimicrobial and pain-relieving properties.