Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Arisaema erubescens, commonly known as cobra lily, has a history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly within Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In these traditions, the tuber of Arisaema species is used as an anti-inflammatory and expectorant, and is sometimes recommended for ailments involving the throat, including sore throat, cough, and swelling. The basis for its use in sore throat is largely empirical, rooted in centuries-old practices rather than modern pharmacological validation. Some traditional texts describe its use in formulations for "throat obstruction" or "phlegm disorders," which may correspond to symptoms of sore throat. However, there is a lack of robust scientific studies, such as controlled clinical trials, specifically evaluating the efficacy of Arisaema erubescens for sore throat in humans. Most available literature consists of ethnobotanical reports or pharmacological screenings that demonstrate anti-inflammatory or antimicrobial activities in vitro or in animal models, but these do not directly translate into clinical evidence for sore throat relief. Therefore, its use for sore throat is best characterized as traditional, and the strength of evidence is modest, reflecting the gap between traditional use and scientific validation.

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