Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Belleric myrobalan (Terminalia bellirica), known as "Bibhitaki" in Ayurveda, has been traditionally used in various systems of medicine, especially in Ayurvedic practice, for its purported wound-healing and styptic (bleeding-arresting) properties. In traditional texts, Belleric myrobalan is described as being beneficial for wounds and ulcers, with powdered fruit sometimes applied externally to stop minor bleeding or to promote healing. However, these uses are rooted in historical and ethnobotanical practices rather than validated modern scientific research.

To date, there is limited scientific evidence specifically corroborating the efficacy of Belleric myrobalan for treating or supporting external bleeding. Most modern research focuses on its antioxidant, antimicrobial, or hepatoprotective effects. While some phytochemical studies suggest the presence of tannins and astringent compounds—which theoretically could aid in constricting blood vessels and helping control bleeding—there are no robust clinical studies directly evaluating its hemostatic activity in external wounds. Therefore, the justification for its use in external bleeding rests primarily on its reputation and longstanding use in traditional medicine, rather than contemporary clinical validation.

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