Convolvulus prostratus (commonly known as Shankhpushpi) has a long history of use in traditional systems of medicine, such as Ayurveda and Unani, primarily as a brain tonic, nervine, and for its purported cognitive benefits. However, some traditional Unani texts and ethnobotanical surveys list it as one of several herbal ingredients used in multifaceted formulations for genitourinary conditions, including gonorrhea and other urethral inflammations. The rationale for its use in these contexts is usually based on its supposed cooling, anti-inflammatory, and demulcent properties, which are believed to help soothe mucous membranes and reduce discomfort during urination.

That said, direct evidence—scientific or otherwise—specifically supporting the use of Convolvulus prostratus as an effective treatment for gonorrhea is lacking. Most of the references to its use for this purpose are anecdotal or appear in the context of polyherbal preparations, making it difficult to attribute any therapeutic action to this plant alone. No rigorous clinical studies or pharmacological investigations have demonstrated efficacy against Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the bacterium responsible for gonorrhea. Thus, although there is traditional precedent for its inclusion in remedies for genitourinary ailments, the evidence supporting its use for gonorrhea specifically is weak and should not be considered validated by modern scientific standards.