Asthma Studies

Further studies on the clinical efficacy of Solanum xanthocarpum and Solanum trilobatum in bronchial asthma.

The study found that S. xanthocarpum and S. trilobatum herbs improved lung function and reduced symptoms in bronchial asthma, comparable to deriphylline but less effective than salbutamol. No side effects were observed.

Asthma Solanum trilobatum
Govindan S et al (2004).
Phytother Res.
PubMed:
15551394

The etiologies, pathophysiology, and alternative/complementary treatment of asthma.

TL;DR: Asthma is an inflammatory respiratory disorder with various causes. Abnormal immune response plays a role, and a plant lipid preparation and certain nutrients can help alleviate symptoms. Other approaches like yoga and acupuncture can also be beneficial.

AsthmaGenetics Petasites hybridus
Miller AL et al (2001).
Altern Med Rev.
PubMed:
11207455

A pilot study on the clinical efficacy of Solanum xanthocarpum and Solanum trilobatum in bronchial asthma.

A pilot study found that Solanum xanthocarpum and Solanum trilobatum improve lung function in bronchial asthma. More research is needed on their mechanism and therapeutic potential.

Asthma Solanum trilobatum
Govindan S et al (1999).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
10433479

Asthma caused by Ficus benjamina latex: evidence of cross-reactivity with fig fruit and papain.

The plant Ficus benjamina, commonly used for indoor decoration, can cause allergic rhinitis and asthma. Be cautious if you or your lab members have these conditions.

AsthmaPain Ficus benjamina
Díez-Gómez ML et al (1998).
Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol.
PubMed:
9475562

Occupational asthma caused by exposure to ash wood dust (Fraxinus americana).

A 63-year-old man developed rhinitis and asthma due to exposure to ash wood dust at work. Specific tests confirmed the correlation and immediate bronchospastic reaction. No significant increase in antibodies was observed.

Asthma Fraxinus americana
Malo JL and Cartier A (1989).
Eur Respir J.
PubMed:
2661261
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