Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Kachnar (Bauhinia variegata) is traditionally used in Ayurveda and other South Asian systems of medicine for a variety of ailments, including sore throat. The bark, flower, and leaves are considered to have anti-inflammatory, astringent, and antimicrobial properties. Classical Ayurvedic texts such as the Charaka Samhita mention Kachnar for conditions involving throat inflammation and swelling, often in combination with other herbs. The traditional rationale is that its astringent and anti-inflammatory action helps soothe irritation and reduce inflammation in the throat.

However, direct scientific studies evaluating Kachnar specifically for sore throat are limited. Some in vitro studies have demonstrated antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity in Kachnar extracts, which could theoretically support its traditional use in infections or inflammations like sore throat. However, these findings are preliminary and have not been robustly validated in clinical settings for this specific indication. Therefore, while there is a strong tradition of Kachnar being used for sore throat, scientific validation remains weak and indirect, mostly limited to laboratory studies rather than human clinical trials.

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