Synopsis

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

Clerodendrum phlomidis, commonly known as Arni or Bharangi, has a longstanding place in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, where it is used for a variety of ailments, including dyspepsia (indigestion). Classical Ayurvedic texts such as the Charaka Samhita and various ethnobotanical surveys mention its use for digestive complaints, describing properties such as "deepana" (appetizer) and "pachana" (digestive). These references support its historical application for dyspepsia, likely due to its purported carminative and anti-inflammatory effects that may help soothe digestive discomfort.

However, scientific validation for these uses is limited. While some preclinical studies have indicated that Clerodendrum phlomidis possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective properties, direct clinical or laboratory evidence specifically validating its efficacy in dyspepsia is lacking. Most available scientific work focuses on other pharmacological actions or uses in animal models unrelated to digestive disorders. Therefore, its use for dyspepsia is primarily justified by tradition rather than robust scientific validation, with the traditional rating reflecting the presence of historical but not rigorously tested support.

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