Evidence supporting the use of: Gotu kola
For the health condition: Abrasions

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine for wound healing, including the treatment of abrasions and minor skin injuries. In modern scientific research, some evidence supports its efficacy in promoting wound healing. The primary bioactive compounds in gotu kola, including asiaticoside, madecassoside, and asiatic acid, have been shown to stimulate collagen synthesis, promote angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels), and enhance fibroblast proliferation, all of which are important processes in skin repair.

Several in vitro and animal studies demonstrate that gotu kola extracts accelerate wound healing by increasing the production of collagen and fibronectin, key structural proteins in the skin. A few small clinical trials indicate topical formulations containing gotu kola extracts can improve healing rates of minor wounds, surgical incisions, and abrasions, likely due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties in addition to its effects on connective tissue.

While these findings are promising, larger and more rigorous clinical trials are needed to confirm its effectiveness specifically for abrasions in humans. Nevertheless, the combination of traditional use and emerging scientific data provides moderate support (rated 3/5) for the use of gotu kola in supporting the healing of abrasions and minor skin wounds.

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