Evidence supporting the use of: Abrotanum
For the health condition: Jaundice (adults)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Abrotanum (commonly known as Southernwood) has a history of use in traditional herbal and homeopathic medicine, but its use for treating jaundice in adults is based more on traditional and anecdotal accounts rather than robust scientific evidence. In historical herbalism, Abrotanum was sometimes used for its reputed effects on the liver and digestive system, and it occasionally appears in old texts as a remedy for "biliousness" and other liver complaints. In homeopathy, it is sometimes recommended for symptoms associated with liver dysfunction, including jaundice. However, there are no well-designed clinical trials or pharmacological studies supporting its efficacy or safety for treating jaundice in adults. The traditional use appears to stem from empirical observations and the general association of bitter or aromatic herbs with liver health, rather than evidence-based medicine. Modern herbal medicine and pharmacopoeias do not recognize Abrotanum as a standard or validated treatment for jaundice. Therefore, its use for this condition should be considered unproven and not supported by current scientific standards.

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