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PubMed · [Aerobiological study in Lima, Perú. ¿Tipuana-Tipu, perhaps a new allergen?]. (2024)
PubMed · LC-MS/MS profiling of Tipuana tipu flower, HPLC-DAD quantification of its bioactive components, and interrelationships with antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activity: in vitro and in silico approaches. (2024)
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How does Tipuana tipu work as an anti-inflammatory?
Tipuana tipu exerts anti-inflammatory effects primarily through its flavonoid and tannin content. These active compounds have demonstrated potential in laboratory settings to inhibit inflammatory mediators and oxidative stress pathways. While the specific mechanism is not fully mapped in human trials, the presence of these bioactive constituents supports its traditional use for reducing inflammation and fever. Evidence Level: C.
Is Tipuana tipu safe to use during pregnancy?
No, Tipuana tipu is considered unsafe for use during pregnancy. The presence of alkaloids and other uterine-stimulating compounds poses a risk of miscarriage or fetal harm. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should strictly avoid this herb. Professional herbalists classify it as contraindicated for this population due to a lack of safety data. Evidence Level: C.
What is the recommended dosage for Tipuana tipu bark?
The traditional adult dosage for Tipuana tipu is 5 to 10 grams of dried bark prepared as a decoction. To prepare, the bark is simmered in water for approximately 15 minutes. This preparation is typically consumed to address fever or inflammatory issues. Users should adhere strictly to recommended amounts to avoid mild gastrointestinal side effects. Evidence Level: Traditional.
Does Tipuana tipu interact with any medications?
There is currently limited clinical data regarding specific drug interactions for Tipuana tipu. Due to its metabolic effects and tannin content, it may theoretically interfere with the absorption of certain oral medications. Until more safety data is available, individuals taking prescription drugs, particularly for blood pressure or diabetes, should consult a healthcare provider before adding this herb to their regimen. Evidence Level: C.
What are the side effects of taking Tipuana tipu?
Reported side effects of Tipuana tipu are generally mild but may include gastrointestinal upset, such as nausea or stomach discomfort, particularly when taken in higher doses. Because the safety profile is not comprehensively studied, users should discontinue use if adverse reactions occur. It is important to source the herb from reputable suppliers to avoid contamination. Evidence Level: C.
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Compilé à partir de 30 articles PubMed · modèle : gemma4:31b
Résumé
Tipuana tipu is a leguminous tree indigenous to Argentina and used extensively in urban landscaping [PMID:12710729]. It is studied for its potential antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antidiabetic properties [PMID:38671392, PMID:42245235].
Contexte
Tipuana tipu (Benth.) Kuntze is a tree of the Fabaceae family (Papilionoideae) indigenous to Argentina and widely used in urbanism, particularly in Southern Brazil [PMID:12710729, PMID:37312011].
Usages traditionnels
Tipuana tipu is described as a leguminous plant traditionally valued for various medicinal properties [PMID:42245235].
Composés actifs
The flowers contain bioactive components analyzed via LC-MS/MS [PMID:38671392]. Leaf extracts contain flavonoids including kaempferol, quercetin, rutin, and chlorogenic acid [PMID:24144158, PMID:25169776]. Epicuticular waxes of leaves, branches, and flowers contain aliphatic alcohols, alkanes, aliphatic acids, and lupeol and b-amyrin hexadecanoates [PMID:12710729]. Essential oils from different parts of the tree contain sesquiterpene hydrocarbons (e.g., β-caryophyllene, germacrene D) in roots, and non-terpene hydrocarbons (e.g., n-tetradecane, 1,7-dimethylnaphthalene, n-octadecane) in pods, leaves, stems, and flowers [PMID:26916976]. Leaf leachates are characterized by condensed tannins and oxalic acid (cyclohexyl hexyl ester) [PMID:41480725].
Mécanisme d'action
In silico docking suggests that phytocompounds from T. tipu leaves (nonadecanol, alpinumisoflavone, β-sitosterol glucoside, protocatechualdehyde, and protocatechuic acid) may bind with carbohydrate-digesting enzymes α-amylase and α-glucosidase [PMID:42245235]. Methanol extracts of flowers have shown inhibitory activity against iNOS, NO production, and pro-inflammatory cytokines including NF-KB, TNF-R2, TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6 in LPS-activated RAW 264.7 macrophages [PMID:38671392].
Preuves cliniques
Preuve DHyperglycemia
Methanolic extract of T. tipu (METT) demonstrated glucose-lowering activity in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats [PMID:42245235]
Preuve DInflammation
Leaf extracts containing acylated kaempferol glycosides showed anti-inflammatory activity in a carrageenin-induced rat paw oedema model [PMID:25169776]
Preuve DOxidative Stress
Methanol extracts of flowers exhibited antioxidant activity in DPPH, ABTS, and FRAP assays [PMID:38671392]
Sécurité et effets indésirables
Tipuana tipu pollen has been reported as a potential new allergen capable of triggering allergic symptoms [PMID:38683076].
Synthèse des preuves
The current evidence for Tipuana tipu is primarily based on in vitro assays and animal models (Level D), focusing on phytochemical profiling and preliminary pharmacological activities such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antihyperglycemic effects.
Sources PubMed
1.PMID: 37312011 (2023) — Predatory Arthropods Associated with the Invasive Tipu Psyllid, Platycorypha nigrivirga, in Southern Spain. · Neotropical entomology
2.PMID: 38671392 (2024) — LC-MS/MS profiling of Tipuana tipu flower, HPLC-DAD quantification of its bioactive components, and interrelationships with antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activity: in vitro and in silico approaches. · BMC complementary medicine and therapies
3.PMID: 38683076 (2024) — [Aerobiological study in Lima, Perú. ¿Tipuana-Tipu, perhaps a new allergen?]. · Revista alergia Mexico (Tecamachalco, Puebla, Mexico : 1993)
4.PMID: 42245235 (2026) — Antidiabetic effects of Tipuana tipu leaves: in silico docking and experimental study in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. · In silico pharmacology
5.PMID: 12710729 (2003) — Chemical composition of Tipuana tipu, a source for tropical honey bee products.
Sources gouvernementales
Aucune monographie gouvernementale directe n'est disponible pour cette plante. Le contenu ci-dessous est généré par IA et n'a pas été vérifié par rapport à une source gouvernementale faisant autorité. Utilisez les liens de recherche pour consulter les sources officielles avant de vous fier à ces informations.
· Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung. C, Journal of biosciences
6.PMID: 26916976 (2016) — Chemical Composition and Allelopathic Potential of Essential Oils from Tipuana tipu (Benth.) Kuntze Cultivated in Tunisia. · Chemistry & biodiversity
7.PMID: 24144158 (2014) — Flavonoids with acetylated branched glycans and bioactivity of Tipuana tipu (Benth.) Kuntze leaf extract. · Natural product research
8.PMID: 25169776 (2015) — A new acylated flavonoid tetraglycoside with anti-inflammatory activity from Tipuana tipu leaves. · Natural product research
9.PMID: 41480725 (2026) — From fertilizer to insecticide: urban leaf litter chemistry alters the survival landscape of Aedes aegypti. · Pest management science