Synopsis

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

Sapindus mukorossi, commonly known as soapnut or reetha, is primarily used in traditional medicine systems for various purposes, including as a remedy for bites and stings. In Ayurvedic and folk medicine, the fruit and its extracts have been applied topically to affected areas, believed to reduce swelling, pain, and itching associated with insect bites, bee stings, and sometimes snake bites. The rationale for this usage is rooted in the saponins present in the fruit, which are thought to possess mild anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. However, scientific validation for these traditional claims is extremely limited. There are a few laboratory studies indicating that Sapindus mukorossi extracts have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity, but these have not specifically addressed the use for bites or stings, nor have they been tested in clinical settings for these conditions. As such, the rating for evidence supporting its use for bites and stings is low, and the practice remains grounded in traditional rather than scientific evidence.

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