Forskolin is used in Ayurvedic medicine for various conditions.

Forskolin is a root extract of the Indian plant Coleus forskohlii. It has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine to treat various diseases such as underactive thyroid, heart disease, and respiratory disorders. Although anti-inflammatory and blood-pressure lowering effects have been shown in the laboratory setting, very few clinical trials have been conducted. In addition, only a few studies actually use forskolin as an oral supplement. More studies are needed to determine safety and effectiveness for various conditions in humans.

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To treat asthma
Forskolin may cause cellular changes that stimulate the dilation of airways.

To treat heart disease
Two clinical trials found positive effects with intravenous forskolin, but overall support for this use is not strong. In addition, oral forms of this herb have not been tested in humans.

To treat glaucoma
Studies in humans have conflicting results.

To lower high blood pressure
Forskolin is known to cause cellular changes that lead to blood vessel dilation, which should lower blood pressure, but there is no proof from clinical trials that this effect occurs in humans.

For weight loss
A small clinical study suggests forskolin may have benefits in obese men.

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