Evidence supporting the use of: Lantana camara
For the health condition: Dysentery

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Synopsis

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

Lantana camara has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in regions of Africa, Asia, and South America. Leaves, roots, and other parts of the plant have been employed in folk remedies to manage gastrointestinal disorders, including dysentery. Ethnobotanical surveys document its use by various indigenous communities for treating symptoms such as diarrhea and dysentery, often through decoctions or infusions of the leaves.

Scientific validation for its use is limited. Some in vitro and animal studies have demonstrated that extracts from Lantana camara possess antimicrobial activity against certain pathogenic bacteria and protozoa associated with gastrointestinal infections. However, these studies are preliminary, typically use crude extracts, and do not directly assess efficacy against dysentery in humans. There is a lack of robust clinical trials to confirm its safety and effectiveness for this purpose.

Overall, while traditional use is well-documented, scientific evidence remains sparse and preliminary. Further research, especially well-designed clinical studies, would be necessary to substantiate its therapeutic value for dysentery.

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