Synopsis

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

Abutua (commonly referring to Cissampelos pareira) has a history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in South America and parts of Africa and Asia. The plant has been employed by indigenous communities and in folk medicine for a range of conditions, including as an astringent and to treat “bleeding” or hemorrhagic conditions, although typically more for external bleeding or as a general hemostatic agent. Ethnobotanical records indicate that decoctions or infusions made from the roots or leaves have been used to address menorrhagia (excessive menstrual bleeding) and other bleeding disorders. However, the documentation is primarily anecdotal and based on traditional knowledge rather than systematic clinical studies.

There is very limited scientific research directly evaluating the efficacy of Abutua for internal bleeding. Some phytochemical analyses show the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, and tannins, which could theoretically contribute to hemostatic or astringent effects, but such effects have not been rigorously validated in clinical trials. Thus, the use of Abutua for internal bleeding is justified by tradition, with limited preclinical support but no robust scientific validation.

More about Abutua
More about Bleeding (internal)

Other ingredients used for Bleeding (internal)

Other health conditions supported by Abutua

Products containing Abutua