Evidence supporting the use of: Benzoin siam
For the health condition: Afterbirth Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Benzoin siam, a resin obtained from the Styrax tonkinensis tree, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Southeast Asia. Its applications have included topical use for wound healing, as well as in incense and perfumes. In the context of afterbirth pain (postpartum uterine pain), there are records of Benzoin siam being used in some traditional herbal preparations, especially within Thai and other Southeast Asian traditional medicine practices. These uses are generally based on the perceived warming, pain-relieving, and antiseptic properties of the resin. However, there is a lack of robust scientific studies or clinical trials validating its efficacy for this specific indication. The available historical and ethnobotanical literature suggests that its use is based on tradition rather than modern evidence. Therefore, while Benzoin siam has been traditionally used to support or treat afterbirth pain, there is minimal scientific evidence to support its effectiveness or safety for this particular purpose. Caution is advised, and more research would be required to establish its pharmacological effects and safety profile in postpartum women.

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