Cistanche tubulosa extract (CTE)

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7 Relevant Research Studies

Most-Reviewed Use: ANTIBIOTICS

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Brand Name: NA

Drug Class: Supplement

FDA Category: supplement

CompendiRx Topic(s): Brain and Nerves

Dosage Form: Tablet Oral - N/A

Common Usage: For its neuroprotective, immune function, antioxidant, anticancer, and liver protective effects

How it works

Over 120 bioactive ingredients have been found in cistanche tubulosa. CTE can have neuroprotective, immune function, antioxidant, anticancer, and liver protective effects. One study of CTE in mice found that, via restoring gut microbiota balance, CTE produced antidepressant-like effects and elevated the level of brain-derived neurotrophic factor, which is an important growth factor involved in healthy brain function.

Pregnancy

No data exists on cistanche tubulosa extract for pregnancy and breastfeeding. Therefore, avoid cistanche tubulosa extract if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Lactation

No data exists on cistanche tubulosa extract for pregnancy and breastfeeding. Therefore, avoid cistanche tubulosa extract if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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