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Source of validity: Traditional
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Achyranthes, particularly Achyranthes aspera, has been traditionally used in various systems of medicine, including Ayurveda and traditional medicine practices in Africa and Asia, for the treatment of infections and wounds. The roots, leaves, and seeds of the plant have been employed for their purported antimicrobial properties, often in the form of decoctions, poultices, or powders. Ethnobotanical records indicate its use to address skin infections, abscesses, and occasionally internal infections such as urinary tract infections. Scientific studies on Achyranthes aspera have demonstrated some antibacterial activity in vitro against common pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, but these findings are limited to laboratory studies and do not provide strong clinical evidence. The active compounds thought to contribute to this activity include saponins, alkaloids, and flavonoids. However, there are very few, if any, robust clinical trials or high-quality animal studies confirming its effectiveness in treating bacterial infections in humans. Thus, its use for bacterial infection is primarily supported by traditional use, with only preliminary scientific evidence suggesting some activity, but not enough to recommend it as a primary or sole therapy. More research, especially human clinical trials, is needed to validate its efficacy for this condition.

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