Evidence supporting the use of: Buchu (unspecified)
For the health condition: Kidney Infection

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Buchu (Agathosma betulina and related species) has a long history of traditional use in South African herbal medicine, particularly for urinary tract complaints, including kidney infections. Indigenous Khoisan peoples and later European settlers used buchu as a diuretic and antiseptic for urinary tract health. Traditional remedies often involved making teas or tinctures from buchu leaves to alleviate symptoms such as burning urination or lower back pain, which were sometimes associated with kidney infections.

From a scientific perspective, there is limited evidence supporting buchu’s efficacy for kidney infections. Some laboratory studies have suggested weak antimicrobial activity of buchu extracts against certain bacteria, and its diuretic action may help flush the urinary tract. However, there are no robust clinical trials demonstrating its effectiveness in treating kidney infections, which are serious conditions often requiring antibiotics. The available evidence does not meet modern standards for safety or efficacy for this indication.

In summary, the use of buchu for kidney infections is justified primarily by tradition, with only minimal scientific support. Anyone suspecting a kidney infection should seek qualified medical care rather than relying on herbal remedies alone.

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