Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Macaranga indica has a traditional use in the treatment of bites and stings, particularly in folk and Ayurvedic medicine in South and Southeast Asia. Ethnomedical surveys and historical texts report that leaves or extracts of Macaranga indica have been applied topically to the skin to alleviate pain, swelling, and inflammation resulting from insect bites and stings. These uses are primarily supported by ethnobotanical documentation and accounts of local healers, rather than by rigorous clinical or pharmacological studies. While the plant is known to contain flavonoids and other bioactive compounds with anti-inflammatory properties, direct scientific studies evaluating its effectiveness for bites and stings are lacking. Thus, the evidence for its use in this context is mainly traditional and anecdotal. No randomized controlled trials or laboratory models specifically investigating Macaranga indica for bites and stings have been identified in the scientific literature as of 2024. Therefore, while its application is well-rooted in traditional practices, the overall strength of evidence supporting its efficacy for this condition remains limited to traditional knowledge with little scientific validation.

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