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Source of validity: Traditional
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Abuta, commonly referring to species within the genus Abuta (such as Abuta grandifolia or Cissampelos pareira, sometimes called "false abuta"), has been used in traditional medicine systems, particularly in South America, for a variety of ailments, including as a remedy for sexually transmitted infections like gonorrhea. The rationale behind its use is primarily based on ethnobotanical accounts and traditional herbal practices, where decoctions or extracts of the plant's leaves, stems, or roots are administered for their presumed antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties. However, the scientific validation for these uses is extremely limited. While some laboratory studies have investigated antimicrobial effects of related species, there is insufficient clinical evidence or modern pharmacological research specifically supporting Abuta's efficacy against Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the causative agent of gonorrhea. Thus, its application for gonorrhea is best characterized as traditional, with only anecdotal or very preliminary evidence and no robust scientific studies in humans. Health authorities do not recognize Abuta as an evidence-based treatment for gonorrhea, and it should not be used as a substitute for proven medical therapies. Nonetheless, its place in traditional medicine underscores the importance of cultural practices and the ongoing interest in researching medicinal plants for potential therapeutic agents.

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