Evidence supporting the use of: Asoka Tree
For the health condition: Dysmenorrhea

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Synopsis

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

The use of the Asoka Tree (Saraca asoca) to support or treat dysmenorrhea is primarily justified by traditional medicine, particularly within the Ayurvedic system. In Ayurveda, various preparations of the Asoka Tree bark are used for managing gynecological disorders, including dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation), menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding), and other menstrual irregularities. Classical Ayurvedic texts such as the Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita reference Asoka bark as a uterine tonic and recommend it for alleviating menstrual pain and regulating menstrual flow.

Scientific studies on Asoka Tree are limited and mostly preclinical. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest potential anti-inflammatory and spasmolytic (muscle-relaxing) effects, which could theoretically relieve menstrual cramps. However, robust clinical trials in humans are lacking. Reviews of ethnobotanical literature confirm traditional use for dysmenorrhea, but systematic evidence supporting efficacy and safety in well-conducted, large-scale human studies is insufficient. Therefore, while the traditional use is well-documented, scientific validation is weak, and the evidence rating is moderate at best.

In summary, Asoka Tree’s use for dysmenorrhea is primarily rooted in Ayurvedic tradition, with some preliminary pharmacological support but a lack of strong clinical evidence.

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