A recent analysis of scientific data suggests that snake plant (Clinacanthus nutans) may help treat genital herpes and herpes zoster (which causes chickenpox and shingles).
Four randomized controlled trials that included a total of 286 participants were included in the review. Two studies tested the effects of snake plant on genital herpes, and the other two tested the effects herpes zoster.
The researchers concluded that the plant may have beneficial effects on these two viral infections. However, more research is needed to confirm these findings and identify a potential mechanism of action.
For more information about integrative therapies for herpes infections, please visit Natural Standard's Comparative Effectiveness database.
References
1.Kongkaew C, Chaiyakunapruk N. Efficacy of Clinacanthus nutans extracts in patients with herpes infection: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised clinical trials. Complement Ther Med. 2011 Feb;19(1):47-53. View Abstract
2.Natural Standard: The Authority on Integrative Medicine. www.naturalstandard.com
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