PubMed Studies
480
About
Agrimony contains flavonoids, tannins, and bitters with astringent, anti-inflammatory, and mild choleretic effects.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Provides hepatoprotective effects via antioxidant enzyme induction (GPx, SOD), NF-kB suppression reducing hepatocyte apoptosis, and cytochrome P450 modulation. Choleretic action stimulates bile flow and composition benefiting lipid digestion and hepatic detoxification.
📊 Effectiveness
Digestive and liver support
Evidence Grade C · 4 studies · n=280
Evidence grades: A=Strong RCT evidence · B=Good clinical trials · C=Limited trials · D=Preliminary/traditional
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Generally very safe. Tannin content: may reduce iron absorption. Anticoagulant: mild interaction.
🏷️ Other Names
Agrimonia eupatoria