Isodon excisus

Botanical

What is it

Isodon excisus is a perennial mint family plant native to East Asia, used in traditional Korean and Chinese medicine. Diterpenoids extracted from the plant have attracted scientific interest.

How it works

Isodon excisus contains kaurane-type diterpenoids with documented activity in laboratory cancer cell models and anti-inflammatory assays. Specific human clinical data are sparse, so its mechanism as a supplement cannot be characterized with confidence.

Dosage

No standardized dose. Supplement labels are inconsistent.

When and how to take it

No formal timing guidance. Follow label directions.

1 commercial form

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Aerial part extract

Traditional preparation; supplements remain uncommon.

Variable composition by harvest

Safety

Limited published human safety data. Some Isodon diterpenoids have cytotoxic activity in vitro; long-term oral safety is unclear.

Who should be cautious

Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding due to limited data. Consult a qualified clinician before use.

Interactions

No significant interactions reported in available literature.

Frequently asked questions

What is Isodon excisus used for?⌄

Traditional East Asian medicine has used it for inflammatory and digestive complaints. Modern clinical evidence is limited.

Is it safe?⌄

Limited safety data. Use only with qualified guidance.

References

Isodon excisus on Wikidata — Wikidata link

Isodon excisus on NIH DSLD (US supplement label database) — NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database link

Research on Isodon excisus (PubMed search) — PubMed link

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