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Source of validity: Traditional
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Centipeda minima, also known as "small centipeda" or "Eclipta prostrata," has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine and other Asian traditional systems for a range of inflammatory conditions, including bites and stings. The herb is believed to possess anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties, making it a candidate for topical application to relieve the irritation, swelling, and discomfort associated with insect bites and stings. Historical texts and ethnobotanical surveys document its use for these purposes, particularly in rural or folk medicine contexts.

However, scientific validation for these specific uses is limited. While some laboratory studies have demonstrated anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties of Centipeda minima extracts, these findings are general and not specific to the context of bites or stings. There are no robust clinical trials or systematic studies directly addressing its effectiveness for this indication in humans. Therefore, the use of Centipeda minima for bites and stings is primarily justified by tradition, with only low-level preclinical evidence that may indirectly support its traditional application.

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