Synopsis

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

Clerodendrum indicum (synonym: Clerodendrum inerme) is used in traditional medicine systems in South and Southeast Asia, including Ayurveda and folk medicine, to treat skin conditions such as boils, ulcers, and wounds. The primary evidence for its use in treating boils comes from ethnobotanical surveys and traditional texts, which report the topical application of leaf paste or decoctions for their purported anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. Some studies have identified antibacterial activity in extracts from Clerodendrum indicum, but these are mostly in vitro and do not directly address the treatment of boils or provide clinical validation. There are no large-scale, peer-reviewed clinical trials specifically validating its efficacy for boils. Therefore, the use of Clerodendrum indicum for boils is primarily justified by traditional use, with limited scientific exploration, and the evidence supporting its effectiveness is relatively weak (rated 2 out of 5). More rigorous research is needed to confirm its safety and efficacy in this context.

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