Synopsis

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

Queen of the meadow (commonly referring to Filipendula ulmaria, also known as meadowsweet), has a historical reputation in traditional European herbalism for various uses, including addressing pain and inflammation. In folk medicine, meadowsweet has been used for its analgesic (pain-relieving) and anti-inflammatory properties, which may explain its selection for supporting afterbirth pain (the uterine cramping and discomfort following childbirth). The plant contains salicylates, compounds related to aspirin, which may contribute to these effects. However, there is a lack of robust clinical trials specifically evaluating its effectiveness for afterbirth pain. The evidence is primarily anecdotal or based on traditional herbal texts rather than modern scientific studies. While its general analgesic actions have some pharmacological basis, its specific use for postnatal uterine discomfort has not been directly validated in scientific literature. Therefore, its use for this indication is best categorized as "traditional" with a moderate evidence rating due to the plausible mechanism and long-standing historical use, but without contemporary clinical validation. Caution should be exercised, especially in postpartum women, as the safety profile for this particular use is not well-established.

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