Trichopus zeylanicus is a rare plant that is native to India. The fruit is used as a food, and the leaves and fruit are sometimes used as medicine.
Some chemicals in Trichopus zeylanicus might stimulate the immune system and improve sex drive.
People use Trichopus zeylanicus for stomach ulcers, sexual problems that prevent satisfaction during sexual activity, obesity, and other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Uses & Effectiveness
We currently have no information for TRICHOPUS ZEYLANICUS overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Trichopus zeylanicus is safe or what the side effects might be.
Special Precautions and Warnings
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Trichopus zeylanicus is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Trichopus zeylanicus is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
"Auto-immune diseases" such as multiple sclerosis (MS), lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, SLE), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), or other conditions: Trichopus zeylanicus might cause the immune system to become more active, and this could increase the symptoms of auto-immune diseases. If you have one of these conditions, it's best to avoid using Trichopus zeylanicus.
Interactions
Moderate Interaction
Be cautious with this combination
Medications that decrease the immune system (Immunosuppressants) interacts with TRICHOPUS ZEYLANICUS
Trichopus zeylanicus can increase the activity of the immune system. Some medications, such as those used after a transplant, decrease the activity of the immune system. Taking Trichopus zeylanicus along with these medications might decrease the effects of these medications.
Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of Trichopus zeylanicus might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
Evans DA, Subramoniam A, Rajasekharan S, Pushpangadan P. Effect of Trichopus zeylanicus extract on the energy metabolism in mice during exercise and at rest. Ind J Pharmacol 2002;34:32-7..
Panchal NK, Swarnalatha P, Prince SE. Trichopus zeylanicus ameliorates ibuprofen inebriated hepatotoxicity and enteropathy: an insight into its modulatory impact on pro/anti-inflammatory cytokines and apoptotic signaling pathways. Inflammopharmacology 2022;30(6):2229-2242. View abstract.
Singh B, Chandan BK, Sharma N, et al. Adaptogenic activity of glyco-peptido-lipid fraction from the alcoholic extract of Trichopus zeylanicus Gaerten (part II). Phytomedicine 2005;12:468-81. View abstract.
Subramoniam A, Evans DA, Valsaraj R, et al. Inhibition of antigen-induced degranulation of sensitized mast cells by Trichopus zeylanicus in mice and rats. J Ethnopharmacol 1999;68:137-43. View abstract.
Subramoniam A, Madhavachandran V, Rajasekharan S, Pushpangadan P. Aphrodisiac property of Trichopus zeylanicus extract in male mice. J Ethnopharmacol 1997;57:21-7. View abstract.
Tharakan B, Dhanasekaran M, Brown-Borg HM, Manyam BV. Trichopus zeylanicus combats fatigue without amphetamine-mimetic activity. Phytother Res 2006;20:165-8. View abstract.
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