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Spirulina para Allergic Rhinitis

C Evidencia Evidencia limitada de estudios pequeños, pero existen algunas señales positivas.

A 2020 comparative trial found spirulina was more effective than cetirizine (a standard antihistamine) in improving allergic rhinitis symptoms. Earlier studies show enhancement of NK cell function in a majority of subjects.

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Conclusión

A 2020 comparative trial found spirulina was more effective than cetirizine (a standard antihistamine) in improving allergic rhinitis symptoms. Earlier studies show enhancement of NK cell function in a majority of subjects.

Key Study Findings

Controlled Clinical Trial 6 weeks
Supplementation With Spirulina platensis Improves Tracheal Reactivity in Wistar Rats by Modulating Inflammation and Oxidative …
Dose: 50 mg/kg/day vs: OVA-sensitized control without Spirulina Outcome: Tracheal reactivity to acetylcholine and citric acid Efecto: None None

Población: OVA-sensitized Wistar rats

Other 12 weeks
Can selenium-enriched spirulina supplementation ameliorate sepsis outcomes in selenium-deficient animals?
Dose: 92% vs: None Outcome: by ICPMS Efecto: or 4 None

Población: None

Randomized Controlled Trial n=76 Open-label
Effect of nasal irrigation on allergic rhinitis control in children; complementarity between CARAT and MASK …
Dose: None vs: Control group Outcome: symptom control, assessed by the control of allergic … Efecto: None p = 0.035

Población: Allergic rhinitis patients

In Vitro
Immunomodulatory and Inhibitory Effect of Immulina®, and Immunloges® in the Ig-E Mediated Activation of RBL-2H3 …
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: IgE-mediated TNF-alpha and histamine release Efecto: None None

Población: RBL-2H3 mast cells

Review
Benefits, pitfalls and risks of phytotherapy in clinical practice in otorhinolaryngology.
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: None Efecto: None None

Población: Otorhinolaryngology patients (phytotherapy)

Review
Recent Patents of Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Allergic Rhinitis.
Dose: None vs: None Outcome: None Efecto: None None

Población: allergic rhinitis patients

Key Statistics

3

Estudios

150

Participantes

Positive

C

Calificación

Referenced Papers

ISRN allergy 2013 19 citas
Current opinion in … 2009 26 citas
European archives of … 2008 91 citas
The Journal of … 2007 39 citas

Dosage & Usage

mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units

Dosificaciones de uso común

general:
1-3 g/day
immunesupport:
3-10 g/day

Límite superior: No established UL; 10 g/day widely studied

Dosificaciones estudiadas en la investigación

Dosificación Duración Efecto N
50 mg/kg/day 6 weeks Positive --
92% 12 weeks Positive --
None -- Positive 76
None -- Positive --
None -- Mixed --
None -- Positive --
None -- Neutral 230
None -- Positive --

Mejor momento para tomar: With or without food

Safety & Side Effects

Efectos secundarios reportados

  • Gastrointestinal discomfort
  • Headache
  • Allergic reactions (rare)
  • Contamination risk from wild-harvested sources (microcystins, heavy metals)
  • May exacerbate autoimmune conditions (immunostimulatory)

Interacciones conocidas

  • Immunosuppressant medications (may counteract immunosuppression)
  • Anticoagulants (may have additive effects)
  • Diabetes medications (may lower blood sugar)

Ingesta máxima tolerable: No established UL; 10 g/day widely studied

Consulte siempre a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.Siempre consulte a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Spirulina help with Allergic Rhinitis?
Based on 3 studies with 150 participants, there is limited but promising evidence that Spirulina may support Allergic Rhinitis management. Our evidence grade is C (Some Evidence).
How much Spirulina should I take for Allergic Rhinitis?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 1-3 g/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of Spirulina?
Reported side effects may include Gastrointestinal discomfort, Headache, Allergic reactions (rare), Contamination risk from wild-harvested sources (microcystins, heavy metals). Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for Spirulina and Allergic Rhinitis?
We rate the evidence as Grade C (Some Evidence). This rating is based on 3 peer-reviewed studies with 150 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

Otros ingredientes para Allergic Rhinitis

References

  1. [1] Aline de F Brito et al.. Front Pharmacol. 2022. Supplementation With Spirulina platensis Improves Tracheal Reactivity in Wistar Rats by Modulating Inflammation and Oxidative Stress. doi:10.3389/fphar.2022.826649 PubMed
  2. [2] Thomas Castel et al.. Physiol Rep. 2021. Can selenium-enriched spirulina supplementation ameliorate sepsis outcomes in selenium-deficient animals? doi:10.14814/phy2.14933 PubMed
  3. [3] Dimitrios I Mitsias et al.. Clin Transl Allergy. 2020. Effect of nasal irrigation on allergic rhinitis control in children; complementarity between CARAT and MASK outcomes. doi:10.1186/s13601-020-00313-2 PubMed
  4. [4] Morteza Nourollahian et al.. Acta Otorhinolaryngol Ital. 2020. Clinical comparison of the efficacy of spirulina platensis and cetirizine for treatment of allergic rhinitis. doi:10.14639/0392-100X-N0139 PubMed
  5. [5] Kurt Appel et al.. Plants (Basel). 2018. Immunomodulatory and Inhibitory Effect of Immulina®, and Immunloges® in the Ig-E Mediated Activation of RBL-2H3 Cells. A New Role in … doi:10.3390/plants7010013 PubMed
  6. [6] O Laccourreye et al.. Eur Ann Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Dis. 2017. Benefits, pitfalls and risks of phytotherapy in clinical practice in otorhinolaryngology. doi:10.1016/j.anorl.2016.11.001 PubMed
  7. [7] Kam L Hon et al.. Recent Pat Inflamm Allergy Drug Discov. 2015. Recent Patents of Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Allergic Rhinitis. doi:10.2174/1872213x10666151119144718 PubMed
  8. [8] Ibrahim Sayin et al.. ISRN Allergy. 2013. Complementary therapies in allergic rhinitis. doi:10.1155/2013/938751 PubMed
  9. [9] Li-Xing Man. Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2009. Complementary and alternative medicine for allergic rhinitis. doi:10.1097/MOO.0b013e3283295791 PubMed
  10. [10] Cemal Cingi et al.. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2008. The effects of spirulina on allergic rhinitis. doi:10.1007/s00405-008-0642-8 PubMed
  11. [11] P D Karkos et al.. J Laryngol Otol. 2007. 'Complementary ENT': a systematic review of commonly used supplements. doi:10.1017/S002221510600449X PubMed
  12. [12] T K Mao et al.. J Med Food. 2005. Effects of a Spirulina-based dietary supplement on cytokine production from allergic rhinitis patients. doi:10.1089/jmf.2005.8.27 PubMed
  13. [13] Li-lan Chen et al.. Zhong Nan Da Xue Xue Bao Yi Xue Ban. 2005. [Experimental study of spirulina platensis in treating allergic rhinitis in rats]. PubMed

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