Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Borneol has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as a component of herbal formulas intended to treat various cardiovascular conditions, including angina pectoris. In TCM, borneol (known as Bing Pian) is believed to "open the orifices," promote the flow of qi and blood, and enhance the effectiveness of other herbs, which provides the theoretical basis for its inclusion in remedies for chest pain and heart-related symptoms.

However, modern scientific evidence supporting borneol’s direct efficacy in the treatment of angina is limited. Most available evidence comes from preclinical (animal or in vitro) studies, which suggest that borneol may have vasodilatory, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects, as well as the potential to enhance the absorption or action of other compounds. Some preliminary studies indicate that borneol may improve blood flow or reduce myocardial ischemia in animal models, but robust clinical data in humans with angina are lacking.

Overall, the use of borneol for angina is primarily justified by tradition in Eastern medicine rather than by strong scientific validation. The evidence base is limited and largely indirect, with little high-quality clinical trial data to support its efficacy or safety for angina in humans.

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