Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Abutua (commonly referring to Cissampelos pareira or related species) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in South America and some parts of Africa and Asia. In these traditions, decoctions or poultices made from the roots or leaves have been applied topically to help reduce inflammation, promote wound healing, and treat abscesses or skin infections. The rationale for its use stems from its purported anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, as observed anecdotally by traditional healers. However, scientific studies directly evaluating Abutua’s efficacy for abscesses are limited. Some laboratory research suggests that extracts of Cissampelos pareira may possess antibacterial and anti-inflammatory activities, but these findings are preliminary and have not been specifically tested in the context of abscesses in human clinical trials. Thus, while the use of Abutua for abscesses is primarily justified by tradition and ethnobotanical reports, the scientific evidence remains limited and largely indirect. More rigorous studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety for this indication.

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