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Source of validity: Traditional
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Arisaema, a genus that includes species such as Arisaema erubescens and Arisaema japonicum, is primarily referenced in traditional medicine systems, notably Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), as a remedy for various ailments. However, its use for dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) is not a prominent or well-documented traditional indication. In TCM, processed Arisaema (often termed "prepared Arisaema" or "Tian Nan Xing") is more commonly prescribed for resolving phlegm, alleviating convulsions, or treating swellings rather than specifically for menstrual pain. Some compound herbal formulas may include Arisaema alongside other herbs, where the primary action is not directly on dysmenorrhea but rather on broader syndromes (such as "phlegm and wind"). Scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Arisaema for dysmenorrhea is virtually nonexistent; peer-reviewed studies have not evaluated its effects on menstrual pain, and there is no pharmacological rationale established in the biomedical literature. Thus, any support for its use in dysmenorrhea is based on tradition, with very limited and indirect historical evidence, and lacks scientific validation or robust clinical documentation.

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