Evidence supporting the use of: Abuta
For the health condition: Bleeding (external)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Abuta (Cissampelos pareira), a plant native to South America and parts of Asia, has been used in traditional medicine for various purposes, including the treatment of external bleeding. Historical records and ethnobotanical literature indicate that indigenous groups in the Amazon and practitioners of traditional medicine in India and Brazil have applied crushed leaves or preparations of Abuta topically to wounds to help stop bleeding and promote healing. The justification for its use comes mainly from long-standing empirical tradition rather than rigorous scientific studies.
While some phytochemical analyses of Abuta species have identified alkaloids, tannins, and other compounds with potential astringent or anti-inflammatory properties, there is a lack of controlled laboratory or clinical studies specifically validating its efficacy in treating external bleeding. The evidence remains primarily anecdotal and based on traditional knowledge passed down through generations. Therefore, while Abuta is indeed used in various traditional systems to support the treatment of external bleeding, the quality and robustness of the evidence is low, meriting a rating of 2. Further research would be required to scientifically validate its hemostatic effects.
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Achyranthes
Abrus
Alchornea
Alchemilla
Ajuga
American Liverleaf
Aquilegia formosa
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Asteracea
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Alkanna
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Amor seco
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Betony
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Bethroot
Bletilla
Bur-Reed
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Black Nightshade
Bombax
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Boerhavia diffusa
Borneol
Calendula
Casearia esculenta
Chlorophyllin
Capillary Artemisia
Cinquefoil
Cyathula
Cornflower
Chinese Raisintree
Cowherb
Curcumen
Catechu
Celandine
Cedar
Centipeda
Common madia
cypress
Cranesbill
Cedrus libani
Catkin
Cocklebur
Carthamus
Dianthus
Dragon's Blood
Devil's Club
European Elder
Erigeron
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Erodium cicutarium
Eclipta
Essential Oil Blend
Elephant's Head
Eupatorium
Euphorbia
Fomes fomentarius
Ficus religiosa
Fleabane
Fibrinase
Gnaphalium
Gambir
Genipa americana
Galium
Glechoma hederacea
Gallotannin
Ghatti
Golden Willow
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Other health conditions supported by Abuta
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Abscesses
Afterbirth Pain
Amenorrhea
Arthritis
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bladder Infection
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dysentery
Dysmenorrhea
Dyspepsia
Ear Infection or Earache
Edema
Eye Infections
Fever
Gastritis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Gonorrhea
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Infertility
Inflammation
Injuries
Labor and Delivery
Malaria
Menorrhagia
Menstrual Irregularity
Miscarriage (prevention)
Ovarian Pain
Pain (general remedies for)
Parasites (general)
Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Parasites (tapeworm)
Poison Ivy or Oak
Prolapsed Uterus
Rashes and Hives
Scratches and Abrasions
Skin (infections)
Staph Infections
Ulcerations (external)
Ulcers
Urinary Tract Infections
Wounds and Sores