Evidence supporting the use of: Indian Fagonia
For the health condition: Bladder Infection
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Indian Fagonia (Fagonia indica) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Unani, primarily in South Asia and the Middle East. In these traditions, Indian Fagonia is considered to possess antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties, and it has been used to address various urinary tract disorders, including bladder infections (cystitis). Traditional healers have prepared decoctions or infusions of the plant to help "cleanse" the urinary tract and reduce symptoms such as burning and frequent urination, which are common in bladder infections.
However, the scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Indian Fagonia specifically for bladder infections is minimal. A few laboratory studies have indicated that extracts from Fagonia indica possess some general antimicrobial activity against certain bacteria, but these studies are preliminary and not focused on the pathogens most commonly responsible for bladder infections, such as Escherichia coli. No clinical trials in humans have evaluated the effectiveness or safety of Indian Fagonia for treating bladder infections. Therefore, while its use is primarily justified by tradition, current scientific evidence does not robustly support its use for this condition.
In summary, Indian Fagonia is used in traditional medicine for urinary tract and bladder issues, but there is insufficient scientific validation for its effectiveness in treating bladder infections.
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Other health conditions supported by Indian Fagonia
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Acid Indigestion
Acne
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Anxiety
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bladder Infection
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Canker Sores
Chest Pain
Colds (general)
Colds (with fever)
Cuts
Depression
Dermatitis
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Eczema
Epilepsy
Eye Infections
Fatigue
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gall Stones
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Heart (weakness)