Evidence supporting the use of: Pinellia ternata
For the health condition: Allergies (respiratory)

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Synopsis

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

Pinellia ternata (commonly known as "Ban Xia" in Traditional Chinese Medicine, TCM) has been traditionally used to treat a variety of respiratory conditions, including those with allergy-like symptoms such as cough, phlegm, and congestion. Its classical use is primarily as an anti-phlegm and anti-emetic agent, and it is often included in herbal formulas intended to address "phlegm-dampness" affecting the lungs. In TCM, such formulas are used for symptoms that overlap with modern concepts of respiratory allergies, such as nasal congestion, sneezing, and post-nasal drip. However, the historical evidence is based on traditional theories of disease and symptom management, not on a modern understanding of allergic mechanisms (such as IgE-mediated hypersensitivity).

There is limited scientific research specifically validating Pinellia ternata for the treatment of respiratory allergies. Some studies have examined its anti-inflammatory and anti-emetic properties, but direct evidence in the context of allergic rhinitis or asthma is sparse and largely preclinical. Therefore, its use for respiratory allergies is primarily rooted in tradition rather than robust scientific validation. Overall, the evidence base supporting its use in this context is weak, and the rating reflects reliance on traditional use rather than established clinical efficacy.

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