Evidence supporting the use of: Asoka
For the health condition: Anal Fistula or Fissure

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Asoka (Saraca asoca) is a well-known plant in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, primarily recognized for its use in gynecological disorders such as menorrhagia and dysmenorrhea. Its bark is prized for its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. Regarding the treatment of anal fistula or fissure, Asoka is occasionally mentioned in traditional Ayurvedic texts as part of compound herbal formulations—often in conjunction with other herbs—to help reduce inflammation, promote wound healing, and control bleeding in anorectal disorders. However, the specific reference to Asoka as a primary or principal agent for anal fistula or fissure is limited, and its use in this context is mostly based on its general wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties as interpreted by traditional practitioners.

Currently, there is minimal modern scientific research directly validating Asoka's efficacy for anal fistula or fissure. Most available studies focus on its benefits for gynecological conditions, with only indirect evidence (such as anti-inflammatory or healing activity) that could theoretically be relevant to anorectal disease. Thus, the evidence for its use in anal fistula or fissure is primarily traditional, with a low level of support (rated 1 out of 5), and lacking direct scientific validation.

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