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caraway oil
Caraway oil exerts antispasmodic and carminative effects by relaxing smooth muscle in the gastrointestinal tract and reducing gas formation.
Caraway oil exerts antispasmodic and carminative effects by relaxing smooth muscle in the gastrointestinal tract and reducing gas formation. Used for Functional dyspepsia and indigestion, Bloating and flatulence, Irritable bowel syndrome symptoms.
At a glance
| Generic name | caraway oil |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Universität Duisburg-Essen |
| Drug class | Herbal/botanical preparation |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Gastroenterology |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Caraway oil, derived from Carum carvi seeds, contains volatile compounds (primarily carvone and limonene) that act as smooth muscle relaxants in the GI tract. These constituents reduce intestinal spasms and promote the expulsion of gas, thereby alleviating bloating and cramping. The oil also has mild antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that may contribute to digestive comfort.
Approved indications
- Functional dyspepsia and indigestion
- Bloating and flatulence
- Irritable bowel syndrome symptoms
Common side effects
- Allergic reactions (rare)
- Gastrointestinal irritation (rare)
Key clinical trials
- Prospective Randomized Controlled Pilot Study of Gut Microbiome Modulation by Nigella Sativa Seed Oil and Thymoquinone Metabolism in Healthy Volunteers (NA)
- Efficacy of Oral Nigella Sativa as Adjuvant Therapy in Children With Moderate Persistent Asthma (NA)
- Evaluation of a Nigella Sativa Extract (10% Thymoquinone, Nisatol®) in Perimenopausal Women With Metabolic Syndrome (NA)
- Omega-3, Nigella Sativa, Indian Costus, Quinine, Anise Seed, Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice, Artemisinin, Febrifugine on Immunity of Patients With (COVID-19) (PHASE2, PHASE3)
- Effect Of Nigella Sativa Oil for the Treatment of Hypertension (NA)
- Effect of Black Cumin Seed Oil Supplementation on Cortisol, Stress and Mood (NA)
- Culinary Spices in Metabolic Syndrome. (NA)
- Nigella Sativa Supplementation in Hyperlipidemia Treatment (NA)
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| Source | Used for |
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| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |