Evidence supporting the use of: Labisia pumila
For the health condition: Vaginal Dryness

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Labisia pumila, also known as "Kacip Fatimah," has been traditionally used in Malaysia and other Southeast Asian countries for women’s reproductive health, including to address symptoms associated with menopause such as vaginal dryness. Ethnobotanical records and traditional medicine texts report its use for improving female vitality, regulating menstruation, and postpartum recovery, with anecdotal claims of relief from menopausal complaints. The plant is rich in phytoestrogens and has shown estrogenic activity in laboratory studies, which could theoretically help with symptoms like vaginal dryness.

However, direct scientific evidence specifically supporting the efficacy of Labisia pumila for treating vaginal dryness is limited. A handful of small clinical trials and animal studies have investigated its effects on hormonal balance and menopausal symptoms, but most focus on general menopausal wellbeing, bone health, or antioxidant effects rather than direct measures of vaginal atrophy or dryness. As of 2024, no large-scale, well-controlled clinical trials have confirmed its benefit specifically for vaginal dryness.

In summary, the use of Labisia pumila for vaginal dryness is primarily justified by traditional use and supported by limited preclinical data suggesting estrogenic activity, but lacks robust clinical validation for this specific indication.

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