Evidence supporting the use of: Anemarrhena
For the health condition: Night Sweating

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Anemarrhena asphodeloides, known as "Zhimu" in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has a long history of use for symptoms like night sweats, which are often associated with conditions such as Yin deficiency and menopausal symptoms. In TCM, Anemarrhena is believed to "nourish Yin" and "clear heat," addressing imbalances thought to cause spontaneous or night sweating. Its use is often paired with other herbs such as Phellodendron (Huang Bai) in classic formulas like Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan.

From a scientific perspective, the evidence supporting Anemarrhena for night sweating is limited. Some laboratory and animal studies have shown that compounds in Anemarrhena, such as saponins (notably timosaponin), possess anti-inflammatory and antipyretic effects, and may influence hormone levels. However, there are no high-quality clinical trials directly demonstrating its efficacy in treating night sweats in humans. Thus, its use for this indication is primarily justified by traditional practices rather than modern scientific validation. Most recommendations stem from TCM theory and centuries of empirical use rather than rigorous clinical research.

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