Evidence supporting the use of: Plantain (unspecifed)
For the health condition: Afterbirth Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Plantain (the herb, typically Plantago major or Plantago lanceolata) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine across various cultures. In traditional European and Asian medicine, plantain leaves have been applied for their purported anti-inflammatory, astringent, and wound-healing properties. Some traditional sources mention plantain in the context of women’s reproductive health, including the management of minor bleeding and discomfort after childbirth (afterbirth pain), often as part of topical poultices or herbal teas. However, there is very limited documentation specifically linking plantain to the relief of afterbirth pain. Most references focus on its use for skin wounds, insect bites, or general inflammation rather than uterine cramping or postpartum discomfort. Scientifically, there is no substantial clinical research evaluating plantain’s effectiveness for afterbirth pain. The herb does contain bioactive compounds such as aucubin and allantoin, which may contribute to anti-inflammatory and soothing effects, but direct evidence for postpartum application is absent. As such, the use of plantain for afterbirth pain is primarily justified by tradition, with only anecdotal or indirect support, and should be regarded with caution until more rigorous study is available.

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