Paederia foetida
Paederia foetida is an Ayurvedic herb (Prasarini) used traditionally for male vitality and intestinal health. Called 'skunk vine' due to sulfurous odor when leaves crushed. LIMITED EVIDENCE: One rat study suggests testosterone increase and aphrodisiac effects; needs replication. Bioactives not well characterized. Typical antioxidant/anti-inflammatory effects. Traditional use for diarrhea, dysentery, arthritis. NO human clinical trials. Cannot recommend based on single rat study.
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What it is
Paederia foetida is an Ayurvedic herb (Prasarini) used traditionally for male vitality and intestinal health. Called 'skunk vine' due to sulfurous odor when leaves crushed.
Key findings
- Grade D: Testosterone
- Grade D: Male Sexual Function
- Grade D: Inflammation
Safety
No specific caution or interaction language was detected in the current summary/outcome notes.
ℹ️ Quick Facts: Paederia foetida
Quick Facts: Paederia foetida
- Best Evidence:Grade D
- Conditions Studied:3
- Research Outcomes:5
- Key Effect:Acute Gastroenteritis
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