Evidence supporting the use of: Achyranthes
For the health condition: Bleeding (internal)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Achyranthes, particularly Achyranthes bidentata and Achyranthes aspera, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, especially in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), for managing internal bleeding and disorders related to blood. In TCM, Achyranthes bidentata is often used as a component in herbal formulas intended to "invigorate blood," "dispel stasis," and "stop bleeding," though its primary uses are more often linked to musculoskeletal disorders and gynecological conditions. In Ayurveda, Achyranthes aspera is described as having hemostatic properties and has been used for conditions like hematuria (blood in urine) and excessive menstrual bleeding.
Despite these traditional applications, the scientific evidence supporting Achyranthes for internal bleeding is limited. Some in vitro and animal studies have indicated potential for Achyranthes extracts to influence coagulation or exhibit anti-inflammatory effects, which may theoretically support its traditional use. However, robust clinical trials or substantial pharmacological studies specifically validating its efficacy for internal bleeding are lacking. Thus, the evidence is primarily traditional, with a low to moderate rating due to absence of strong scientific substantiation.
Other ingredients used for Bleeding (internal)
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Allium tuberosum
Anserina
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avens
bai ji
bilberry
Centella asiatica
Cyathula
gallotannin
green tea
hemp
Mugwort
paw paw
Plantago
protein
Pyrola
raspberry
rutin
Sesbania
shen-chu
shepherd's purse
Stellaria dichotoma
Thaumatococcus daniellii
Trichosanthes
vitamin C
vitamin K
Other health conditions supported by Achyranthes
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Abscesses
Amenorrhea
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Arthritis
Backache
Bleeding (external)
Bleeding (internal)
Blood in Urine
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Bruises (prevention)
Burns and Scalds
Cuts
Edema
Fever
Gout
Hemorrhoids
Infection (bacterial)
Injuries
Inflammation
Jaundice (adults)
Kidney Infection
Kidney Stones
Leucorrhea
Menorrhagia
Menstrual Irregularity
Pain (general remedies for)
Prolapsed Uterus
Sprains
Urinary Tract Infections
Urination (burning or painful)
Wounds and Sores
Canker Sores
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dysmenorrhea
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Liver Detoxification
Menopause
Parasites (general)
Rashes and Hives
Scars / Scar Tissue
Scratches and Abrasions
Skin (infections)
Ulcerations (external)
Ulcers
Afterbirth Pain
Anemia
Bites and Stings
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Carbuncles
Circulation (poor)
Debility
Dyspepsia
Ear Infection or Earache
Eczema
Endometriosis
Fatigue
Fibroids (uterine)
Hair Care (general)
Hangover
Hepatitis
