Mist bredina

Related Terms

Adamarudu (Tamil), aga (Nigeria), akamati (Togo), asana (Marathi, Kannada, Sanskrit), asaragba (Nigeria), baboni (Guinea), babooni (Burkina Faso, Mali), babuni saba (Burkina Faso), badia, bahukandaki (Sanskrit), bari? (Ivory Coast), bemebenku (West Africa), Brideliaatroviridis, Bridelia cathartica, Bridelia crenulata, Bridelia ferruginea, Bridelia glauca, Bridelia grandis, Bridelia micrantha, Bridelia ndellensis, Bridelia retusa Spreng., Bridelia scandens, Bridelia scleroneura, burburumhi (Nigeria), cellepuri (Burkina Faso), choluhae (Togo), dafi (West Africa), da-fing saba (Guinea), doho (Ghana), dorowan birni (Nigeria), ekavira (Sanskrit), Euphorbiaceae, f?f?hi (Ivory Coast), gayo, g'b?t? (Burkina Faso), geio (Bengali), gli (Ivory Coast), gojji (Kannada), g?n (Ivory Coast), gudi, gulumbi (Nigeria), gulummehi (Nigeria), hedionbiga (Niger), hionmonli (Togo), hira (West Africa), honsuk-oku? (West Africa), ?r? (Nigeria), ?r?od?n (Nigeria), irigo (Ivory Coast), kaddafi (Nigeria), kaduga (Tamil), kaini (Malayalam), kaj, kaja, kaji (Hindi), kajja, kandakasana (Sanskrit), kasi, kassi (Hindi), kensange abia (Nigeria), khaja (Hindi), kirni (West Africa), kismi (Nigeria), kisni (West Africa), kizni (Nigeria), kojuteki (Burkina Faso), kolo (Togo), komanji (Kannada), kora maddi (Telugu), koyamarwa (Kannada), kp?p?la (West Africa), kpine (Nigeria), kui (Sierra Leone), kurni (Nigeria), lammulam-muki (Nigeria), marehi (Nigeria), mist bredina, mukkaini (Malayalam), mulkaini (Malayalam), mullankaini (Malayalam), mulluhonne (Kannada), mulluvenga (Malayalam), mullu-vengai (Tamil), nakru (Ivory Coast), nakurugo (Ivory Coast), nasinage (Kannada), ol? (Nigeria), pekp?la (West Africa), Phyllanthaceae, Phyllanthoideae, rang thon (Thailand), saba (West Africa), sabua (Mali), saga (West Africa), sagba (West Africa), sagha (Burkina Faso), sagua (West Africa), sagua l? (West Africa), sagu? (West Africa), saguin (Mali), sea (West Africa), seikchi, senseyohi (Burkina Faso), spinous kino tree, teng nam, tiakoroko (Ivory Coast), tiblen fel? (Burkina Faso), tukw? (Ivory Coast), uomo (West Africa), wallinjang (Ghana), warrinjung (Ghana), yumpo (Togo), zendi (Nigeria).

Background

Members of the genus Bridelia are found throughout tropical and subtropical regions of the world, especially in Africa and Asia. Of the 60-70 members of this genus, the most commonly studied species are Bridelia ferruginea and Bridelia retusa.
Traditionally, several Bridelia species are used to treat a variety of conditions, including dysentery, hemorrhoids, hemorrhage, heavy menstrual bleeding, leukorrhea, arthritis, diabetes, wounds, ulcers, poisoning, abdominal pain, and cardiovascular and gynecological conditions, and as a contraceptive. At this time, there is a lack of high-quality human trials in support of the use of Bridelia species for any indication.

Evidence Table

These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. GRADE *
These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. GRADE *
* Key to grades

A: Strong scientific evidence for this use
B: Good scientific evidence for this use
C: Unclear scientific evidence for this use
D: Fair scientific evidence for this use (it may not work)
F: Strong scientific evidence against this use (it likley does not work)
* Key to grades

A: Strong scientific evidence for this use
B: Good scientific evidence for this use
C: Unclear scientific evidence for this use
D: Fair scientific evidence for this use (it may not work)
F: Strong scientific evidence against this use (it likley does not work)

Tradition / Theory

The below uses are based on tradition, scientific theories, or limited research. They often have not been thoroughly tested in humans, and safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. There may be other proposed uses that are not listed below.

Dosing

Adults (18 years and older)
There is no proven safe or effective dose for Bridelia retusa in adults.

Safety

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not strictly regulate herbs and supplements. There is no guarantee of strength, purity or safety of products, and effects may vary. You should always read product labels. If you have a medical condition, or are taking other drugs, herbs, or supplements, you should speak with a qualified healthcare provider before starting a new therapy. Consult a healthcare provider immediately if you experience side effects.

Interactions

Interactions with Drugs
Bridelia species have traditionally been used for antidiabetic effects, and they may lower blood sugar levels. Caution is advised when using medications that may also lower blood sugar. Those taking insulin or drugs for diabetes by mouth should be monitored closely by a qualified healthcare professional, including a pharmacist. Medication adjustments may be necessary.
Bridelia species may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with drugs that increase the risk of bleeding. Some examples include aspirin, anticoagulants (blood thinners) such as warfarin (Coumadin?) or heparin, antiplatelet drugs such as clopidogrel (Plavix?), and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen (Motrin?, Advil?) or naproxen (Naprosyn?, Aleve?).
Bridelia species may lower blood pressure. Caution is advised in people taking drugs, herbs, or supplements that lower blood pressure.
Because Bridelia species contain estrogen-like chemicals, the effects of other agents believed to have estrogen-like properties may be altered.
Bridelia species may also interact with agents that cause uterine contractions, agents that affect the immune system, antibiotics, antidiarrheals, antifungals, anti-inflammatory agents, antimalarial agents, or heart rate-regulating agents.

Attribution

This information is based on a systematic review of scientific literature edited and peer-reviewed by contributors to the Natural Standard Research Collaboration (www.naturalstandard.com).

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