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Source of validity: Traditional
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Alstonia scholaris, commonly known as the devil tree or blackboard tree, has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine. Its bark and leaves have been used for various ailments, including respiratory conditions such as sore throat, cough, and asthma. The traditional use is primarily based on its purported anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and astringent properties, which are thought to soothe throat irritation and reduce infection. While some preclinical studies have demonstrated that extracts from Alstonia scholaris possess antibacterial and anti-inflammatory activity, these findings are primarily in vitro or in animal models. There is a lack of robust clinical trials or systematic reviews directly evaluating its efficacy for sore throat in humans. Therefore, the primary support for its use in treating sore throat comes from traditional practices, with only limited scientific evidence suggesting potential mechanisms. Safety data are also incomplete, so its use should be approached with caution and not as a substitute for evidence-based treatments.

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