Evidence supporting the use of: Abuta
For the body system: Bladder

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Abuta, referring to plants in the Abuta or Cissampelos genera, has a history of use in traditional medicine in South America, particularly within Amazonian indigenous practices. Traditionally, Abuta has been used for various ailments, including as a diuretic and to treat urinary tract problems, which may be construed as "supporting the bladder body system." Ethnobotanical records note its use for treating kidney and bladder stones, as well as for alleviating symptoms related to urinary difficulty or inflammation.

However, there is a lack of modern clinical or preclinical scientific studies specifically validating these traditional uses. Most available evidence comes from ethnobotanical surveys and anecdotal reports. The active compounds in Abuta—mainly alkaloids—have been studied for their general pharmacological effects (such as anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties), but direct evidence for efficacy in bladder health or urinary tract support is lacking. Therefore, the justification for Abuta’s use for bladder support is based largely on traditional rather than scientific evidence, and the overall strength of evidence is limited.

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