Herbal Extract
Commiphora myrrha Supercritical CO2 Extract (Myrrh Resin)
Also known as: Myrrh extract, Myrrh resin extract, Commiphora myrrha, Myrrh CO2 extract
Myrrh is a traditional resin used in herbal medicine with emerging evidence for anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Supercritical CO2 extraction concentrates bioactive compounds including furanodienones, though human clinical data remains limited.
Primary uses
- Anti-inflammatory support
- Oral health and gum support
- Digestive comfort
- Traditional immune support
How it works
- Furanodienone-mediated anti-inflammatory activity
- Antimicrobial effects against oral bacteria
- Potential antioxidant activity from resin constituents
Dosage
- Typical range
- 400 mg daily as a standardized extract
- Timing
- Can be taken with or between meals; often taken 1-2 times daily
- With food
- No requirement; may be taken with or without food
- Duration
- Suitable for long-term use; traditional use spans months to years
- Special populations
- Pregnant/nursing women should consult healthcare provider before use; limited safety data in children
Forms
- Supercritical CO2 extract (resin concentrate)· 70/100
- Standardized to 4% furanodienones· 70/100
Safety
Common side effects
- Generally well-tolerated
- Rare: mouth ulceration (from direct contact when used orally)
- Rare: allergic reactions in sensitive individuals
Contraindications
- Pregnancy and lactation (insufficient safety data)
- Known allergy to Burseraceae family plants
- Uncontrolled bleeding disorders (theoretical, due to potential anticoagulant activity)
Evidence notes
While myrrh has traditional use spanning centuries and in-vitro/animal studies support anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity, human clinical trials are sparse. Supercritical CO2 extraction with standardization to furanodienones improves consistency, but evidence-grade remains moderate due to limited RCT data in humans.
Grade C: Mostly observational or small trials; mechanism is plausible but unproven at scale.
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