Evidence supporting the use of: Bacopasaponin (unspecified)
For the health condition: Insomnia

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Bacopasaponins are the active saponin constituents of Bacopa monnieri, a herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine. Bacopa monnieri is primarily known for its cognitive-enhancing and anxiolytic effects, but it has also been used in traditional systems to promote relaxation and improve sleep. Historical Ayurvedic texts describe Bacopa (Brahmi) as a "Medhya Rasayana" (nootropic and nervine tonic), and practitioners have used it for insomnia, although this is less emphasized compared to its memory-boosting properties. The evidence supporting its use for insomnia is largely based on traditional use and anecdotal reports.

Scientific studies on Bacopa monnieri have focused mainly on cognition, anxiety, and neuroprotection. A few animal studies suggest that Bacopa extracts can have sedative and anxiolytic effects, potentially via modulation of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and GABA. However, well-designed human clinical trials specifically investigating Bacopasaponins or Bacopa extracts for insomnia or sleep disorders are lacking. Some studies that measured secondary sleep outcomes in trials primarily assessing anxiety or cognition have hinted at improved sleep quality, but these findings are not robust or conclusive. Thus, while traditional use exists and there are plausible mechanisms, scientific validation for Bacopasaponins as a treatment for insomnia is limited.

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