Evidence supporting the use of: Indian Kinotree
For the health condition: Colds (antiviral)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Indian Kinotree (Pterocarpus marsupium) has a long-standing history in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, primarily for its use in treating diabetes and wounds, but also for a range of other ailments including respiratory conditions such as colds. Traditional Ayurvedic texts and ethnobotanical surveys mention the use of kinotree extracts for managing coughs, colds, and other upper respiratory tract infections. The rationale in traditional medicine stems from its perceived astringent and antimicrobial properties, which were believed to help reduce symptoms associated with colds. However, scientific validation of its efficacy as an antiviral—specifically against common cold viruses—is limited. While some in vitro studies suggest that certain polyphenolic compounds in Pterocarpus marsupium may have general antimicrobial or immunomodulatory activities, there is a lack of direct clinical evidence supporting its use as an antiviral agent for colds in humans. Therefore, its use for colds is supported mainly by traditional practices rather than robust scientific data.
Other ingredients used for Colds (antiviral)
allspicealoe vera
anthocyanins
arabinogalactan
waterhyssop
basil
berry flavor
beta-pinene
bilberry
bisabolol
black cumin
black currant
black garlic
blueberry
Indian frankincense
cat's claw
catechins
cinnamon
citrus bioflavonoids
citrus oil
clove
turmeric
echinacea purpurea
elderberry
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
forsythia
garlic bulb
ginger
green tea
honeysuckle
knotweed
lactoferrin
lactoperoxidase
lauric acid
lemon
licorice root
luteolin
mastic gum
monolaurin
oregano
perilla
phellodendron amurense
phenolic acids
pineapple
pomegranate
quercetin
resveratrol
rhizome
rosemary
schizonepeta
shiitake mushroom
spirulina
thyme
vitamin C
vitamin D
wasabia japonica
zinc
xanthium (cockleburs)
hyssop
papaya
mugwort
neem tree
nut grass
alpinia galangal
commiphora
buckthorn
pau d'arco
morus
lemongrass
chrysanthemum
ganoderma
morinda
oriental arborvitae
zanthoxylum
fulvic acid
goji berry
indigo leaves
soursop
Ash
Agastache
Autumn elaeagnus
Alpha-terpineol
Apigenin
Allicin
Anamu
AHCC
Andrographolide
Amentoflavone
Asam gelugor
Acacetin
Aureobasidium pullulans
Andrographis
Asteracea
Allyl Sulfide
allyl isothiocyanate
Alliin
Allium tuberosum
Atractylone
Bee Propolis
Black Seed
Baikal Skullcap
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Broussonetia
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Black galingale
Bitter Grass
Bee hive
Basidiomycota
berry
Bee products
Black Nightshade
Bombax
Baicalin
Bassia scoparia
Borneol
Caffeic Acid
Camellia sinensis
Coconut
Curry leaf
Chinese Mountain Ant
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Coriolus mushroom
Carrageenan
Carvacrol
Capillary Artemisia
Citron
Citrus
Chinese Raisintree
Cowherb
Cistus
Common madia
Cinnamaldehyde
Costus
Celosia
Chondrus
Deoxyandrographolides
David's Milkberry
European Elder
Echinacea
Elder
Essential Oil Blend
Flavonoids
Flavonones
Goldthread
Garlic
Galangal
Sandalwood
Other health conditions supported by Indian Kinotree
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bedwetting
Bleeding (external)
Blood Poisoning
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Carbuncles
Chills
Cholesterol (high)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder
Circulation (poor)
Colds (antiviral)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Cuts
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Edema
Fever