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Source of validity: Traditional
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Baphicacanthus cusia (also known as Strobilanthes cusia or Qing Dai) has a long-standing use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for the treatment of sore throat and related conditions. Historical texts and materia medica frequently list Qing Dai as an ingredient in formulations prescribed for symptoms such as throat swelling, pain, and inflammation, particularly in the context of "heat" and "toxicity" syndromes. The plant is believed to clear heat, detoxify, and reduce swelling in TCM theory. Although its use for sore throat is well-documented in traditional practice, modern scientific research specifically validating its efficacy for sore throat is limited. Some pharmacological studies have reported that extracts from Baphicacanthus cusia exhibit anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antibacterial activities, which could theoretically contribute to relief from sore throat symptoms. However, these studies are mostly preclinical (in vitro or animal models), and direct clinical evidence in humans for sore throat treatment is lacking. Therefore, the support for its use in this indication is primarily based on traditional knowledge and historical use, with moderate supporting evidence from pharmacological studies but without robust clinical trials.

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