Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Achyranthes, particularly Achyranthes aspera, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and folk medicine in various Asian countries. It has been traditionally applied for a range of inflammatory conditions, including oral ulcers and canker sores (aphthous ulcers). The rationale for its use in canker sores is primarily based on its purported anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties described in traditional texts and ethnobotanical records. Preparations made from the leaves, root, or whole plant are sometimes used as mouth rinses or topical applications. However, while there is some preliminary scientific research indicating that Achyranthes aspera possesses anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity in vitro and in animal studies, there is a lack of robust clinical trials or direct scientific evidence supporting its efficacy specifically for canker sores in humans. Most claims are anecdotal, and the evidence base consists mainly of traditional use and small-scale laboratory studies not directly linked to oral ulcer healing. Therefore, the use of Achyranthes for canker sores is justified on traditional grounds, but scientific validation remains minimal at this time.

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