Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Baliospermum montanum has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and folk medicine in India. It is particularly known for its use as a purgative and anthelmintic (anti-parasitic) agent. Traditional Ayurvedic texts mention the root and seed of Baliospermum as useful in expelling intestinal worms, including tapeworms. The plant’s latex and extracts have been used by practitioners to treat various parasitic infections, with administration typically via decoctions or powders.

However, despite its traditional uses, modern scientific validation for its anthelmintic effects is limited. A few in vitro and animal studies suggest that Baliospermum extracts may possess some activity against intestinal worms, but these results are preliminary and not specific to tapeworms. The evidence is not robust enough to confirm efficacy or safety in humans for this purpose. No large-scale clinical trials or high-quality pharmacological studies have been conducted to establish its effectiveness against tapeworms specifically.

In summary, the use of Baliospermum to treat tapeworms is primarily justified by traditional knowledge and historical use, with only low-level scientific evidence supporting its efficacy. Caution is advised, as the safety profile and dosing are not well established.

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