Evidence supporting the use of: Baliospermum
For the health condition: Glands (swollen lymph)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Baliospermum montanum is traditionally used in Ayurvedic and other traditional medicinal systems in India for a variety of ailments, including conditions associated with swollen glands or lymphadenopathy. The root and other parts of the plant have been described as possessing anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties. In classical Ayurvedic texts, Baliospermum (commonly called 'Danti') is mentioned as a purgative and is sometimes used in formulations intended to address "glandular swellings" or "granthi." The rationale for its use is largely based on the belief that its purgative effect helps eliminate toxins that may contribute to swelling of lymph nodes or glands.
However, scientific research specifically validating its efficacy for swollen lymph glands is limited. While some pharmacological studies indicate anti-inflammatory effects and potential immunomodulatory activity of extracts from Baliospermum montanum, these are mostly preclinical (animal or in vitro) studies and do not specifically focus on lymphatic conditions. There are few, if any, rigorous human clinical trials evaluating its effect on swollen lymph nodes. Therefore, its use for swollen glands is primarily justified by tradition and historic usage rather than robust scientific evidence.
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Other health conditions supported by Baliospermum
Abdominal PainAfterbirth Pain
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Appetite (deficient)
Backache
Bleeding (external)
Blood in Stool
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Constipation (adults)
Cuts
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Edema
Enteritis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Hemorrhoids
Indigestion
Inflammation
Injuries
Itching
Kidney Infection
Lymph Nodes or Glands (swollen)
Pain (general remedies for)
Parasites (general)
Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Parasites (tapeworm)
Rashes and Hives
Scratches and Abrasions
Skin (infections)
Ulcerations (external)
Ulcers
Wounds and Sores