Evidence supporting the use of: Luo San
For the health condition: Hepatitis
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Luo San is traditionally used in some systems of herbal medicine, particularly within the context of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), to support liver health and treat conditions such as hepatitis. The use of Luo San for hepatitis is primarily rooted in traditional practice rather than robust scientific validation. In TCM, Luo San is believed to help "clear heat" and "eliminate dampness," which are concepts used to describe the pathological processes associated with liver diseases, including hepatitis. Historical records and herbal compendiums describe its use for symptoms like jaundice, abdominal discomfort, and fatigue—common manifestations of hepatitis.
However, there is a lack of high-quality clinical trials or rigorous scientific studies that evaluate the efficacy or safety of Luo San specifically for hepatitis. Most of the available evidence is anecdotal or derived from historical usage rather than controlled research. In summary, while Luo San is used in traditional medicine for hepatitis, its use lacks substantial scientific support, and the evidence is considered weak by modern standards.
Other ingredients used for Hepatitis
green chirettaastragalus
black cumin
branched-chain amino acids
rice
bupleurum falcatum
burdock
cat's claw
caterpillar mushroom
chaga mushroom
Coptis chinensis
cordyceps
turmeric
dandelion
knotweed
jujube
l-cysteine
l-glutathione
lactoferrin
lentinula edodes mycelia
licorice root
liquid liver fractions
marine lipid
milk thistle
n-acetyl-cysteine (NAC)
oleanolic acid
omega-3 fatty acids
oregon grape
parsley
plum fruit
prebiotic blend (proprietary)
protein
reishi mushroom
selenium
shiitake mushroom
silymarin
spirulina
turkey tail mushroom
vitamin C
vitamin E
seaweed
zinc
sarsaparilla
Indian bael
punarnava
commiphora
tinospora cordifolia
blackboard tree
caesalpinia crista
rubia cordifolia
swertia
peony
lingzhi
lingusticum wallichii
morus
myrrh
ganoderma
aster root
paw paw
algae
Angelica
Antrodia camphorata
Achyranthes
Auricularia
AHCC
Ajuga
Aucubin
Andrographolide
Albumin
Aerva lanata
American Liverleaf
Astragaloside
Andrographis
Agrimonia pilosa
Astragalin
Atractylone
Black Seed
Borotutu
Broussonetia
bergenin
Betulinic acid
Bayleaf
Bitter Grass
Bael
Basidiomycota
Baccharoides anthelmintica
Bombax
Borassus Palm
Borassus aethiopum
Bacteria
Black root
BCAA
Bupleurum
Baicalin
Bassia scoparia
Bergenia
Chinese Silkvine
Coriolus mushroom
Chinese Fleeceflower
C-Phycocyanin
Chirata
Corilagin
Cytokines
Cynodon dactylon
Carthamus
Celosia
Clerodendrum indicum
Dianthus
Desmodium
Little ironweed
Rhubarb
Sumac
Zucchini
Other health conditions supported by Luo San
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Asthma
Backache
Belching
Bleeding (external)
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Chest Pain
Chills
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Cuts
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Edema
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (sinus)
Heart (weakness)
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis
Hypertension
Indigestion
Infection