Passion Flower: why it is in NervoVive
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is better studied for anxiety and sleep than for peripheral nerve outcomes. NCCIH says research is limited and notes possible drowsiness, dizziness and confusion.
Our evidence gradeC — indirect/limited
Product roleBotanical ingredient
Direct NervoVive trialNot identified
Key ruleDo not extrapolate beyond studied outcome
What the evidence actually shows
Small human studies suggest possible effects on anxiety or sleep, including preoperative anxiety and subjective sleep measures. Those endpoints do not demonstrate nerve repair or neuropathy treatment.
Safety and interaction context
NCCIH advises against passionflower during pregnancy and notes potential interaction with anesthesia-related medicines; discuss use before surgery and with sedating drugs.
Source quality
NCCIH Passionflower overview and PubMed studies listed in our reference library.