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Source of validity: Traditional
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Platycodon grandiflorus, commonly known as balloon flower, has a long history of use in traditional East Asian medicine, particularly in Chinese and Korean herbal practices. Traditionally, the root of Platycodon (known as Jie Geng in Chinese medicine) is used to treat respiratory conditions such as cough, sore throat, and phlegm. Its application for rhinitis, especially allergic rhinitis, is based more on its general effects on the respiratory system and its reputed ability to "open up" the lungs and expel phlegm rather than on direct evidence or a specific historical tradition for allergic rhinitis. Some preclinical studies have investigated the anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects of Platycodon saponins, suggesting potential mechanisms that could be relevant for allergic conditions. For example, animal and in vitro studies have shown that extracts from Platycodon can inhibit inflammatory cytokines and reduce airway inflammation. However, these studies are preliminary, and robust clinical evidence in humans with allergic rhinitis is lacking. In summary, the use of Platycodon for allergic rhinitis is justified primarily by traditional usage patterns for respiratory ailments. Scientific evidence is limited to preclinical findings, with insufficient direct clinical research to firmly support its effectiveness for allergic rhinitis specifically.

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