Evidence supporting the use of: Aresaema (unspecified)
For the health condition: Dysmenorrhea
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Arisaema (often spelled as "Arisaema") species, including Arisaema triphyllum and Arisaema consanguineum, are used in various traditional medicine systems, particularly in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the rhizome, known as "Tian Nan Xing," is primarily used to treat respiratory disorders such as cough and phlegm, not specifically for dysmenorrhea. However, in some folk and regional traditions, Arisaema preparations have been used to address a range of female reproductive issues, including menstrual pain, though such uses are rare and not well-documented in the primary classical TCM or Ayurvedic pharmacopoeias. There is no robust historical consensus or widespread traditional use of Arisaema for dysmenorrhea.
Scientifically, there is a lack of studies or clinical trials evaluating the efficacy of Arisaema species for dysmenorrhea. Most available research on Arisaema focuses on its toxicity (as it contains calcium oxalate crystals and other irritants) and its effects on the respiratory system, rather than the reproductive system. Thus, while there may be isolated reports of traditional use for menstrual pain, the evidence supporting this application is extremely limited and not substantiated by scientific validation.
Other ingredients used for Dysmenorrhea
alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)black cohosh
calcium
chamomile
chaste tree
dong quai root
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
evening primrose oil
fennel
fish oil
ginger
magnesium
motherwort
omega-3 fatty acids
parsley
passionflower
peppermint oil
phytocannabinoids
vitamin B6
vitamin E
wild yam
gastrodia
anise
peony
dioscorea
trichosanthes
shepherd's purse
Avens
Ambergris
Angelica
Achyranthes
Anamu
Albizia
Alchemilla
Aletris
Anserina
Aerva lanata
Anemone
Actaea spicata
Agrimonia pilosa
Agnuside
Ashoka
Abuta
Arisaema
Blue Cohosh
Blepharis
Boswellia
Bethroot
Boerhavia diffusa
Cohosh
Calendula
Calotropis gigantea
Cyathula
Corydalis
Didymocarpus
Dong Quai
Erythropalum scandens
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Euphorbia
Pennyroyal
Poppy
Other health conditions supported by Aresaema (unspecified)
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Adenitis
Afterbirth Pain
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Asthma
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Carbuncles
Chills
Cholera
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Colic (adults)
Colic (children)
Congestion
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (lymphatic)
Congestion (sinus)
Conjunctivitis
Cough (damp)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Dermatitis
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dysmenorrhea
Dyspepsia
Edema
Emphysema
Epilepsy
Eyes (red or itching)
Fever
Headache (general)
Hemorrhoids
Indigestion
Inflammation
Nausea and Vomiting
Pain (general remedies for)
Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Snake Bite
Ulcerations (external)
Wounds and Sores