We found some information on this as we see it mentioned occasionally and it's in a tincture I am taking.
"Immunomodulator reduces inflammatory cytokines. Especially good for reducing neural inflammation. Decreases vascular permeability (leaky vessels) from damage by inflammation and microbes (calcium-channel blocker). Good for eye conditions.
Side effects: Strong calcium-channel blocker — can lower blood pressure, and constipation can be a real problem with this herb."
"About: Stephania grows as a lovely vine on hillsides in the humid, shady areas of central China. In Chinese medicine, Stephania is said to dispel Wind/Damp/Heat with it’s bitter-cold properties. The root has a reputation for gently supporting the musculoskeletal system along with the nervous, urinary, immune and digestive systems."
"It has been widely applied to therapy of rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatism, edema, and hypertension (Jiang et al., 2020). Modern pharmacological studies have shown that it exhibits wide pharmacological activities, including anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and antiviral effects (Semwal et al., 2010; Jiang et al., 2020; Zhang et al., 2020a)."
"The herbs Andrographis paniculata, Polygonum cuspidatum (resveratrol extract), Stephania tetranda root, and Smilax rotundifolia (common greenbriar) all have strong scientific backing in patients with ongoing symptoms and inflammation, Dr. Horowitz said."
"A critical review: traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology and toxicology of Stephania tetrandra S. Moore (Fen Fang Ji)"
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