Evidence supporting the use of: Red root (unspecified)
For the health condition: Colic (children)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Red root is a common name for several plants, including Ceanothus americanus, which has a history of use in North American herbal medicine. The use of red root for colic, particularly in children, is primarily based on traditional herbal practices rather than scientific validation. Historical herbal texts and anecdotal reports suggest that Native American and early American herbalists sometimes used red root preparations to address digestive complaints, such as diarrhea, dysentery, and occasionally colicky pain. However, these uses were not specific to infantile colic, and no standardized preparations or dosage guidelines were established for pediatric use. There is a lack of controlled clinical studies evaluating the efficacy or safety of red root for treating colic in children. Modern herbal references may mention its traditional use for digestive discomfort, but emphasize caution, especially in pediatric populations, due to the absence of safety data. In summary, while there is some traditional precedent for using red root in digestive ailments, there is minimal direct historical or scientific evidence supporting its use specifically for colic in children.

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