Babchi (Psoralea corylifolia) has a long-standing place in traditional Ayurvedic and Unani medicine, primarily for treating dermatological conditions such as vitiligo, leprosy, and various skin disorders. There are sporadic mentions in historical texts of its broader medicinal applications, including its potential use in treating snake bites. In some folk medicine practices, Babchi seeds or preparations have been used as part of polyherbal remedies administered after snake bites, likely due to the plant's perceived detoxifying and antimicrobial effects. However, these uses are rooted in tradition rather than supported by robust evidence.

Critical examination of modern scientific literature reveals a lack of clinical or preclinical studies directly evaluating Babchi or its constituents for the treatment of snake envenomation. No known pharmacological mechanisms or active compounds from Babchi have been demonstrated to possess antivenom properties in scientific research. Therefore, while the use of Babchi for snake bite may have historical precedent, there is minimal to no scientific validation for this application. The practice persists in some traditional medicine circles, but it should not be considered a substitute for evidence-based antivenom therapies.