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Butea Superba

Butea superba, also known as the plosso tree, is a vine that grows in India, China, Vietnam and Thailand. The roots of this plant are used to make medicine. Butea Super ba is used for sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction and a lack of interest in sexual activity. Other uses include diarrhea, difficulty and pain during urination, and fever.

How does Butea Superba work?

It is not known how Butea Superba might work as a medicine. Some research suggests that chemicals contained in Butea Superba may act in a similar way to hormones that regulate sexual function.

How effective is Butea Superba?

There is not enough scientific data to assess the effectiveness of Butea Superba for erectile dysfunction, lack of sexual interest, diarrhea, pain or problems urinating and fever. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of Butea Superba in these applications.

Safety and side effects

There is not enough information available to assess whether Butea Superba is safe and harmless or what possible side effects this plant may have.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: Not enough is known about the use of Butea Superba during pregnancy and lactation. For this reason, pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid Butea Superba.

Interactions

At this time, there is no information on interactions of Butea Superba with medications or supplements.

Dosage

An appropriate dosage of Butea Superba depends on various factors such as age, state of health and others. At this time, there is insufficient scientific data to make a statement about appropriate dosage ranges for Butea Superba. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.

References

  1. Cherdshewasart W, Cheewasopit W, Picha P. The differential anti-proliferation effect of white (Pueraria mirifica), red (Butea superba), and black (Mucuna collettii) Kwao Krua plants on the growth of MCF-7 cells. J Ethnopharmacol 2004;93:255-60.
  2. Cherdshewasart W, Nimsakul N. Clinical trial of Butea superba, an alternative herbal treatment for erectile dysfunction. Asian J Androl 2003;5:243-6.
  3. Ingkaninan K, Temkitthawon P, Chuenchom K, et al. Screening for acetylcholinesterase inhibitory activity in plants used in Thai traditional rejuvenating and neurotonic remedies. J Ethnopharmacol 2003;89:261-4.
  4. Manosroi A, Sanphet K, Saowakon S, et al. Effects of Butea superba on reproductive systems of rats. Fitoterapia 2006;77:435-8.
  5. Ngamrojanavanich N, Loontaisong A, Pengpreecha S, et al. Cytotoxic constituents from Butea superba Roxb. J Ethnopharmacol 2007;109:354-8.