Medicinal plants used for anxiety, depression, or stress treatment

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Maša Kenda (Avtor), Nina Kočevar Glavač (Avtor), Milan Nagy (Avtor), Marija Sollner Dolenc (Avtor)

Povzetek

Depression, anxiety, stress, and other mental disorders, which are on the rise worldwide, are indications that pharmacological therapy can have serious adverse effects, which is why many patients prefer to use herbal products to treat these symptoms. Here, we reviewed plants and products derived from them that are commonly used for the above indications, focusing on clinical data and safety profiles. While lavender, hops, maypop, lemon balm, and valerian have consistently been shown in clinical trials to relieve mild forms of neurological disorders, particularly depression, anxiety, and stress, currently available data do not fully support the use of peppermint for anxiety disorders and depression. Recent studies support the use of saffron for depression; however, its toxicological profile raises safety concerns. St. John’s wort is effective in alleviating mild to moderate depression; however, careful use is necessary particularly due to possible interactions with other drugs. In conclusion, more studies are needed to validate the mechanism of action so that these plants can be used successfully and safely to alleviate or eliminate various mental disorders.

Ključne besede

centralni živčni sistem;anksioznost;central nervous system;depression;anxiety;insomnia;medicinal plants;

Podatki

Jezik:	Angleški jezik
Leto izida:	2022
Tipologija:	1.02 - Pregledni znanstveni članek
Organizacija:	UL FFA - Fakulteta za farmacijo
UDK:	582:615.322
COBISS:	121583363
ISSN:	1420-3049
Št. ogledov:	9
Št. prenosov:	7
Ocena:	0 (0 glasov)
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Ostali podatki

Sekundarni jezik:	Slovenski jezik
Sekundarne ključne besede:	Zdravilne rastline;Nespečnost;Depresija (medicina);
Vrsta dela (COBISS):	Članek v reviji
Strani:	20 str., art. 6021
Letnik:	ǂVol. ǂ27
Zvezek:	ǂiss. ǂ18
Čas izdaje:	2022
DOI:	10.3390/molecules27186021
ID:	16479179