Evidence supporting the use of: Oroxylum indicum
For the health condition: Energy (lack of)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Oroxylum indicum, commonly known as the Indian trumpet tree, has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. In Ayurveda, the bark, roots, and seeds of Oroxylum indicum are used as a general tonic and for treating weakness and fatigue, which corresponds to a traditional approach to supporting energy levels. Classical Ayurvedic texts such as the Charaka Samhita mention Oroxylum indicum (referred to as “Shyonaka”) as an ingredient in formulations like Dashamoola, which are prescribed for rejuvenation and to manage debility or lack of energy.
However, direct scientific validation for its use specifically to address “lack of energy” is limited. Some modern studies have explored the plant’s antioxidant and adaptogenic properties, which could theoretically support energy metabolism and resilience to stress, but these findings are preliminary and mostly based on animal models. The majority of its use for boosting energy stems from traditional Ayurvedic practice rather than robust clinical evidence. As such, while there is a foundation of traditional use, scientific substantiation for its efficacy in treating or supporting energy deficiency in humans remains weak. Overall, traditional evidence is stronger than scientific evidence for this indication.
Other ingredients used for Energy (lack of)
7-Keto-DHEAacai berry
acetyl l-carnitine
adenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)
alpha d-ribofuranose
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
amylopectin
ashwagandha
aspartic acid
beta-alanine
biotin
black pepper
bасора
caffeine
capsaicinoids
coconut milk
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
coffee fruit
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
eleuthero
folate
fructose
ginseng
greens blend (proprietary)
guarana
guayusa
l-alanyl-l-glutamine
l-carnitine
l-glutamine
l-glycine
l-leucine
l-tyrosine
maca
magnesium
malic acid
maltodextrin
medium chain triglycerides (MCT)
microbial enzymes (proprietary)
milk
Acetyl-L-Tyrosine
nettle
pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
pollen
protein
pyrroloquinoline disodium salt
rhodiola
rosemary
sage
shiitake mushroom
black ginger
sphaeranthus indicus
spirulina
succinic acid
tongkat ali
almond fruit
vegetable blend (proprietary)
velvet bean
vitamin B
vitamin B12
vitamin B6
whey protein
zinc
suma
jiaogulan
alpinia galangal
commiphora
bee pollen
lemongrass
siler root
cistanche
sweet flag
electrolytes blend (proprietary)
trace minerals
yerba mate
wheat germ
algae
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
Aralia
akebia
Alpha polylactate
Antler
Agastache
Arginine Creatine
Ardisia
Arginine malate
Anamu
Areca
adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
Algal protein
Amor seco
Arginine silicate
Atractylone
Animal protein
Beta Phenethylalamine
Blackthorn
Beta-hydroxybutyrate
Beef liver
Bovine Protein
berry
Ba Ji Tian
Borassus Palm
Borassus aethiopum
banana
Baobab
Borneol
Chia seed
Coconut
Cinnamomum
Coenzyme A
coconut oil
Codonopsis
Cynomorium
Catecholamine
Chlorophytum
Chuchuhuasi
Curcumen
Coca
Chicken
cola nut
Dendrobium
Deer Root
Deer Velvet
Dragonhead
Dextrates
D-Ribose
Dextrose
Erodium cicutarium
Egg
Elk antler
Elthyl-Alpha-Guanido-Methyl-Ethanoate
Ecdysterone
Ephedrine
Egg protein
glucose
Ketone Salts
Milk Protein
peanut
Wheat
Other health conditions supported by Oroxylum indicum
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Anxiety
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Constipation (adults)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Cuts
Depression
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Eczema
Edema
Energy (lack of)
Fatigue
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gastritis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Gout
Headache (general)
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis
Hypertension
Indigestion
Inflammation
Insomnia