Cassia Nomame
OTHER NAME(S): Chapul, Kawara Ketsumei, Nomame, Nomame Herba, Cassia nomame, Cassia mimosoides L. var. nomame Makino, Chamaecrista dimidiate
Overview
Cassia nomame is an annual or short-lived perennial plant from the pea family. The above-ground parts are used to make medicine.
People take Cassia nomame by mouth for obesity, constipation, to increase urine output, and for other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Cassia nomame prevents the intestines from absorbing dietary fat, which might promote weight loss in some people.
Cassia nomame prevents the intestines from absorbing dietary fat, which might promote weight loss in some people.
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- Constipation.
- Kidney swelling (inflammation).
- Obesity.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of Cassia nomame for these uses.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Cassia nomame is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Cassia nomame is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if Cassia nomame is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Cassia Nomame overview.
Dosing
The appropriate dose of Cassia nomame depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for Cassia nomame. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
References
- Yamamoto M, Shimura S, Itoh Y, et al. Anti-obesity effects of lipase inhibitor CT-II, an extract from edible herbs, Nomame Herba, on rats fed a high-fat diet. Int J Obes Relat Metab Disord 2000;24(6):758-64.
- Konishi T, Naitou K, Kadowaki S, et al. Anti-clastogenic ingredients in Cassia nomame extract. Biofactors 2004;22(1-4):99-102.
- Kitanaka S, Takido M. Anthraquinoids from Cassia nomame. J Nat Prod 1985;(48):849.
- Subramanian SS, Nagarajan S. Chemical components of the roots and seeds of Cassia mimosoides. Indian J Pharm 1970;(32):70-1.
- Subramanian SS, Nagarajan S. Chemical examination of the leaves of Cassia mimosoides. Indian J Pharm 1969;(31):110-1.
- Kim YO, Johnson JD, Lee EJ. Phytotoxicity of Phytolacca americana leaf extracts on the growth, and physiological response of Cassia mimosoides. J Chem Ecol 2005;31(12):2963-74.
- McCarty, M. F. Nutraceutical resources for diabetes prevention--an update. Med Hypotheses 2005;64(1):151-158.
- Kim KH, Lee J. Methanol Extract of Cassia mimosoides var. nomame and Its Ethyl Acetate Fraction Attenuate Brain Damage by Inhibition of Apoptosis in a Rat Model of Ischemia-Reperfusion. J Food Sci Nutr 2010;15:255-261.