Evidence supporting the use of: Vitex negundo
For the health condition: Anal Fistula or Fissure
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Vitex negundo (Nirgundi) has a long history of traditional use in Ayurvedic and other systems of traditional medicine for a variety of inflammatory and pain-related conditions, including those affecting the anorectal region such as anal fistula and fissure. Its leaves and oil preparations are applied topically or used as poultices to reduce pain, swelling, and promote healing. The rationale for its use is largely based on its reputed anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and wound-healing properties, as described in traditional texts and Ayurvedic pharmacopeias. However, while there is some preclinical evidence demonstrating anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects of Vitex negundo extracts, there is very limited clinical research specifically evaluating its efficacy in the treatment of anal fistula or fissure in humans. Most available evidence comes from anecdotal reports, traditional practice, and a few small, uncontrolled studies. Therefore, its use for these conditions is justified primarily by tradition rather than robust scientific validation, and the evidence supporting its effectiveness remains modest and preliminary.
Other ingredients used for Anal Fistula or Fissure
aloe veramyrobalan
chamomile
turmeric
curcumin
fiber blend (proprietary)
gotu kola
licorice root
marshmallow
plantain
psyllium
serratiopeptidase
slippery elm bark
vitamin C
Indian bael
nut grass
caesalpinia crista
trichosanthes
Achyranthes
Aerva lanata
Alkanna
Bai Ji
Baliospermum
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bletilla
Black Nightshade
Boerhavia diffusa
Calotropis gigantea
Castor Oil
Colocynth
Diosmin
Elephant's Head
Euphorbia
Fiber
Ficus simplicissima
Honey
Hydrocolloid
Huang Hua
Kachnar
Kamala
Other health conditions supported by Vitex negundo
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Abscesses
Afterbirth Pain
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Anemia
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Anxiety
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Canker Sores
Carbuncles
Chest Pain
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Cuts
Depression
Dermatitis
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dysmenorrhea
Ear Infection or Earache
Eczema
Emphysema
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gastritis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)