Evidence supporting the use of: Cynanchum (unspecified)
For the health condition: Afterbirth Pain

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Synopsis

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

Cynanchum species, such as Cynanchum atratum and Cynanchum stauntonii, have a documented history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), particularly for gynecological conditions. In TCM, these herbs—often referred to as "Bai Qian" or "Bai Wei" depending on the species—are sometimes included in formulas to help "clear heat" and "cool the blood," which are believed to promote recovery and alleviate pain after childbirth, including so-called "afterbirth pain." This pain is generally associated with the uterus contracting and returning to its pre-pregnancy state. Historical texts like the "Compendium of Materia Medica" (Bencao Gangmu) mention the use of certain Cynanchum species for women's postpartum complaints, though direct references to afterbirth pain specifically can be limited or implicit within broader postpartum applications.

However, scientific validation for this specific use is lacking. There are few, if any, robust pharmacological or clinical studies directly examining Cynanchum for the treatment of afterbirth pain. Most available evidence consists of ethnopharmacological records and historical usage. Some laboratory research has explored anti-inflammatory or analgesic properties of extracts from Cynanchum species, but not in the context of postpartum pain. Therefore, its use is justified primarily by tradition, with relatively weak supporting evidence by modern standards.

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