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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Verbena officinalis, Simpler's Joy, Pigeonweed, Common Verbena, Herb of Grace, Common Vervain
Class :
Neurology & Psychiatry, Herbals
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Verbena officinalis, Simpler's Joy, Pigeonweed, Common Verbena, Herb of Grace, Common Vervain
Class :
Neurology & Psychiatry, Herbals
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Capsule
1000 mg
500 mg
200 mg
150 mg
Actions and Spectrum:
Actions:
Verbena officinalis possess various health properties which is attributed to its different actions like neuroprotective action, anti-inflammatory action, anticonvulsant action, anti-bacterial action & analgesic action. However more research is required for its application in human.
Spectrum:
Vervain has 20+ plant compounds like flavonoids and iridoid glycosides, offering health benefits like nerve protection, fighting tumors, reducing anxiety and seizures, reducing inflammation, supporting heart and gum health, and relieving diarrhea.
Frequency not defined
Contact dermatitis
Indigestion
Itching
Wheezing
Swelling
Flushed face
Anaphylaxis
Black Box Warning:
Using vervain extract during pregnancy may cause fetal abnormalities and poor weight gain, so pregnant women should avoid it.
Contraindication/Caution:
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Pregnancy & breastfeeding
Kidney disease
Liver disease
Cautions
Drug interactions
CNS disorders
Pregnancy/Lactation
Pregnancy consideration:
No data is available regarding the administration of the drug during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding warnings:
No data is available regarding the excretion of drug in breast milk.
Pregnancy category:
Category A: well-controlled and satisfactory studies show no risk to the fetus in the first or later trimester.
<b>Category B: There was no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal studies, and there were not enough studies on pregnant women.
Category C: There was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.
Category D: Adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.
Category N: No data is available for the drug under this category.
Pharmacology:
Vervain is a bitter tonic that aids digestion, acts as an astringent and diuretic. In Spain, it’s used topically for bleeding control and arthritis, and with other herbs for thyroid issues.
Pharmacodynamics: (mice)
Verbascoside, a constituent of vervain, exhibits antitumor actions in mice and combats cancer, malignancy, telomerase activity, and inducing apoptosis in gastric cancer cells. Along with its antioxidant, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial characteristics, it also possesses CNS features such as anxiolytic & anticonvulsant actions, which may help prevent gingivitis.
Pharmacokinetics:
Limited data is available
Administration:
Vervain is often used dried as tea or in supplements like capsules, tinctures, powders, and extracts.
Patient information leaflet
Generic Name: vervain
Pronounced: vur-vayn
Why do we use vervain?
Vervain offers several possible health advantages, including easing headaches and inflammation and improving digestion and stress reduction.
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