Evidence supporting the use of: Bacopa glycoside (unspecified)
For the health condition: Insomnia
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Bacopa monnieri, from which Bacopa glycosides are derived, has a long-standing history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. It is primarily known as a "Medhya Rasayana" (a rejuvenator for the mind) and is traditionally used to enhance cognitive function, reduce anxiety, and promote calmness. Within Ayurveda, Bacopa is sometimes recommended for sleep disturbances and insomnia, especially those that are thought to arise from nervousness or excessive mental activity. The sedative and anxiolytic effects attributed to Bacopa in traditional systems are the main reasons behind its use for insomnia.
However, the specific use of Bacopa glycosides (the active saponins or bacosides) for insomnia lacks robust scientific validation. Most clinical studies and pharmacological research on Bacopa focus on its cognitive-enhancing and anxiolytic effects, with limited direct evidence regarding its efficacy for sleep disorders. Some animal studies suggest that Bacopa extracts can prolong sleep duration or exert mild sedative effects, but human data is insufficient, and insomnia is rarely the primary endpoint.
In summary, the use of Bacopa glycosides for insomnia is justified mainly by tradition, with some indirect support from studies on anxiety and sedation. Direct, high-quality clinical evidence for its effectiveness in treating insomnia is lacking.
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Other health conditions supported by Bacopa glycoside (unspecified)
Alzheimer's DiseaseAnxiety
Anxiety Disorders
Attention Deficit Disorder
Dementia
Depression
Fatigue
Inflammation
Insomnia
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Stress