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Source of validity: Traditional
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Psidia corylifolia, commonly known as Babchi, has a longstanding history in traditional Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for treating various skin diseases, including scabies. Traditionally, Babchi seeds and oils have been applied topically to manage infections and skin irritations, credited to their purported antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. The rationale for using Babchi in scabies is rooted in its historical use for parasitic and fungal skin conditions, as practitioners believed its bioactive compounds, such as psoralen and bakuchiol, could help alleviate symptoms.

However, scientific validation specifically for scabies (caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei) is limited. While some in vitro studies have documented the antimicrobial and antifungal activities of Babchi extracts, robust clinical trials or direct evidence of efficacy against scabies mites in humans are lacking. Most references to Babchi’s use for scabies are anecdotal or drawn from traditional medical texts rather than controlled scientific studies. Therefore, while Babchi is used for scabies based on tradition and its general antimicrobial profile, the evidence supporting its effectiveness for this specific condition is weak and primarily historical in nature.

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