Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Red Spiderling (Boerhavia diffusa) has a history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Siddha, and folk medicine across India and Africa. It has been utilized to treat a variety of conditions, including inflammation, wounds, and bites or stings from insects and animals. The rationale for its use in bites and stings is primarily due to its reported anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and purported detoxifying properties. Traditional healers may use poultices or decoctions of the plant on affected areas to reduce pain and inflammation.

However, scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Red Spiderling specifically for treating bites and stings is minimal. Most modern studies have focused on its diuretic, hepatoprotective, and anti-inflammatory effects, often in laboratory settings or animal models. There is a lack of rigorous clinical trials or laboratory studies directly examining its effects on venom or toxin neutralization from bites or stings. Thus, while its use is well-rooted in traditional practice, the scientific validation for this specific indication remains limited, warranting a low evidence rating.

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