Effect of Lemongrass Tea Consumption on Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate and Creatinine Clearance Rate

Ekpenyong, Christopher E.; Daniel, Nyebuk E.; Antai, A. B.

doi:10.1053/j.jrn.2014.08.005

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“…As a complement, in Sprague Dawley, rats no significant change was obtained after the chronic administration of an infusion of this plant 36 , whereas in male albino rats, previously treated for six days with an aqueous extract of C. citratus before the AIK induction with cisplatin, significant differences were observed regarding the control with AIK in the serum creatinine values, which indicates a nephroprotective effect of the aqueous extract 37 . In contrast, there is evidence of a decrease in glomerular filtration in humans after the administration of a chronic treatment of an infusion of C. citratus 38 , in agreement with the results obtained.…”

Section: Variation Of Renal Function and Kidney Damage Markerssupporting

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Absence of Renal Protection of an Aqueous Extract of Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) Cultivated in Costa Rica, Using a Model of Acute Renal Failure in Wistar Rats

Leitón

Ramírez

Aguilar

et al. 2019

Asian J Pharm Res Dev

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citratus, known as zacate de limón (lemongrass), is commonly used in Costa Rica for the treatment of "kidney diseases." Therefore, the activity as renal protector of an aqueous extract of this plant was evaluated after oral administration, in a model of acute kidney injury (AKI) in female Wistar rats. For this, an aqueous extract was characterized by thin layer chromatography and qualitative phytochemical tests. An AKI model induced by potassium chromate in female Wistar rats was carried out. The serum concentration of creatinine, sodium, potassium and glucose were determined, as well as the concentrations of creatinine, sodium, potassium, glucose and proteins in urine, together with the urinary flow determination. A histopathological analysis of the subjects’ kidneys was performed, and the presence of kidney damage was identified. The characterization of the extract by thin layer chromatography, and ferric chloride, Shinoda and Wilson tests gave negative results for phenols, tannins and flavonoids. No positive changes were observed in renal function markers in urine. No histopathological evidence of nephroprotective activity of the aqueous extract of C. citratus was found. It is concluded that the aqueous extract of C. citratus obtained by infusion does not possess nephroprotective activity at a dose of 150 mg/kg evaluated by the AKI in female Wistar rats.

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Absence of Renal Protection of an Aqueous Extract of Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) Cultivated in Costa Rica, Using a Model of Acute Renal Failure in Wistar Rats

Leitón

Ramírez

Aguilar

et al. 2019

Asian J Pharm Res Dev

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“…Meanwhile, it is also used in traditional cuisines including dishes, baked foods, and confections; it is consumed as tea in Brazil and in soft drinks in Peru [14]. It is also preferred by many consumers because of its physiochemical characteristics including taste, lemony aroma, and color [15]. Regarding cosmetic uses, the plant is used in perfumes, soaps, detergents, and body creams [16].…”

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Lemongrass tea consumption and changes in Acid-Base Balance and Electrolyte homeostasis

Ekpenyong¹

2018

Arch Food Nutr Sci

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The consumption of dietary herbs and supplements may be associated with several physiological consequences including, but not limited to disturbances of acid-base homeostasis, minerals and electrolytes wasting, gastrointestinal disturbances as well as hemodynamic changes. Plants food based nutritional studies are important for assessing the effect of plants on human health and wellbeing. The aim of this study was to assess the changes in acid-base status and electrolyte homeostasis following the consumption of lemongrass tea. The acute and sub-chronic effects of infusions prepared from 2, 4, and 8g lemongrass leaf powder on serum and urinary pH, and electrolytes levels were assessed in 105 subjects using an interventional study design. The results post-treatment were compared with baseline values. Plasma pH decreased from baseline value of 7.37 ± 0.02 to 7.20 ± 0.03, and 7.30 ± 0.02 at days 10 and 30 respectively for participants treated with infusion prepared from 2g of lemongrass leaf powder. For those treated with infusion prepared from 4g of lemongrass leaf powder, plasma pH decreased from baseline value of 7.35 ± 0.02 to 7.22 ± 0.02 and 7.29 ± 0.02 at days 10 and 30 respectively. Treatment with infusion prepared from 8g of lemongrass leaf powder caused a decrease in plasma pH from baseline value of 7.38 ± 0.02 to 7.15 ± 0.02 and 7.18 ± 0.02 at days 10 and 30 respectively. Corresponding changes in urinary pH were also observed. Furthermore, at days 10 and 30, plasma protein concentrations increased signifi cantly (p < 0.05) in subjects treated with infusion prepared from 8g lemongrass leaf extract. There were also signifi cant increases (p < 0.05) in urinary volume, urination frequency, and urinary electrolytes levels within the same period. The consumption of lemongrass tea may be associated with changes in acid-base balance and electrolyte homeostasis due to its varied biological constituents and their activities.

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“…C. citratus , a member of the Poaceae family, popularly known as lemongrass, is widespread throughout the world and has been extensively consumed in many countries for more than 2000 years [67] . The studies on its diuretic effect are scarce.…”

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Exotic Medicinal Plants Used in Brazil with Diuretic Properties: A Review

Mariano

Boeing

Silva

et al. 2022

Chemistry & Biodiversity

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Several exotic plants (non‐native) are used in Brazilian traditional medicine and are known worldwide for their possible diuretic actions. Among the wide variety of plants, standing out Achillea millefolium L., Camellia sinensis L. Kuntze, Crocus sativus L., Hibiscus sabdariffa Linn., Petroselinum crispum (Mill.) A.W. Hill, Taraxacum officinale (L.) Weber, and Urtica dioica L., whose effects have already been the subject of some scientific study. In addition, we also discussed other exotic species in Brazil used popularly, but that still lack scientific studies, like the species Arctium lappa L., Carica papaya L., Catharanthus roseus (L.) G. Don, Centella asiatica (L.) Urb, Citrus aurantium L., and Persea americana Mill. However, generally, clinical studies on these plants are scarce. In this context, different plant species can be designated for further comprehensive studies, therefore, promoting support for developing an effective medicine to induce diuresis.

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Effect of Lemongrass Tea Consumption on Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate and Creatinine Clearance Rate

Cited by 15 publications

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Absence of Renal Protection of an Aqueous Extract of Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) Cultivated in Costa Rica, Using a Model of Acute Renal Failure in Wistar Rats

Absence of Renal Protection of an Aqueous Extract of Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) Cultivated in Costa Rica, Using a Model of Acute Renal Failure in Wistar Rats

Lemongrass tea consumption and changes in Acid-Base Balance and Electrolyte homeostasis

Exotic Medicinal Plants Used in Brazil with Diuretic Properties: A Review

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