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Source of validity: Traditional
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Cyathula, particularly Cyathula prostrata and Cyathula officinalis, is used in traditional medicine systems such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda. In TCM, Cyathula officinalis (commonly known as Chuan Niu Xi) is included in formulations for its reputed ability to promote blood circulation, dispel blood stasis, and reduce swelling—effects that make it a common herbal component for treating conditions associated with edema and fluid retention. The traditional rationale is based on the herb's ability to "drain dampness" and remove "stagnation" from the body. There are historical texts and pharmacopoeias that support its use for such purposes. However, the scientific validation for Cyathula’s efficacy in treating edema is limited. A few in vitro and animal studies suggest anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties, but these are preliminary and not directly linked to clinical outcomes in human edema. No robust, high-quality clinical trials have been published to conclusively demonstrate its therapeutic benefit for edema in humans. Thus, while there is a long tradition of use, particularly in East and South Asian herbal medicine, the evidence supporting its effectiveness for edema is primarily traditional, with only modest support from modern scientific research.

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