Evidence supporting the use of: Nardostachys
For the health condition: Nausea and Vomiting

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Nardostachys jatamansi, commonly known as spikenard, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In these systems, the rhizomes and roots of Nardostachys are often used for their supposed calming, digestive, and antiemetic properties. Specifically, traditional Ayurvedic texts describe its use for balancing "vata" and "pitta" doshas, which are sometimes associated with symptoms like nausea and vomiting. In some classical preparations, it is included as an ingredient in formulations aimed at soothing the stomach and alleviating gastrointestinal disturbances. However, while these historical uses are well-documented, there is limited modern scientific research directly validating its efficacy for nausea and vomiting. Most contemporary pharmacological studies focus on its sedative, neuroprotective, and anxiolytic properties rather than its antiemetic effects. Therefore, while the traditional use for nausea and vomiting is established, the overall evidence level remains low due to the lack of robust clinical trials or experimental studies specifically addressing these symptoms.

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