Evidence supporting the use of: Rhus coriaria
For the health condition: Jaundice (adults)

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Synopsis

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

Rhus coriaria (commonly known as sumac) has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cultures. It has been used for a variety of ailments, including digestive complaints and liver-related conditions such as jaundice. Historical records and ethnobotanical surveys report the use of sumac fruit and extracts as supportive treatments for liver dysfunction and jaundice in adults. These uses are largely based on traditional knowledge passed down through generations and documented in several compendia of traditional medicine.

However, the scientific evidence to support Rhus coriaria's efficacy in treating jaundice is limited. While some preclinical studies suggest that sumac possesses antioxidant and hepatoprotective properties, these studies are mostly in vitro or in animal models, and none specifically address its effect on jaundice in humans. There are no robust clinical trials or systematic reviews validating its use for this indication. As such, traditional use provides the primary justification for employing Rhus coriaria in jaundice, but the evidence level remains low due to the absence of modern scientific validation.

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