Evidence supporting the use of: Average Herb Strength
For the health condition: Bedwetting
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Average Herb Strength is not a standard term in herbal medicine, but if we interpret the phrase as referring to general herbal formulations or specific traditional blends used in the management of bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis), its use is primarily justified by traditional practices rather than robust scientific validation. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), various herbal formulas such as Suo Quan Wan and Jin Suo Gu Jing Wan have historically been used to address bedwetting, believed to be caused by kidney qi deficiency or a lack of control over the urinary bladder. These formulas typically include herbs like Yi Zhi Ren (Alpinia oxyphylla), Shan Yao (Dioscorea opposita), and Wu Yao (Lindera), among others, and are prescribed based on centuries of empirical use.
However, the scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of these herbal treatments for bedwetting is limited and generally of low quality. Some small-scale studies and case reports have suggested potential benefits, but these are often hampered by poor methodology, small sample sizes, and lack of rigorous controls. Systematic reviews, including those in databases such as PubMed and the Cochrane Library, typically conclude that while herbal medicines are widely used in some cultures for nocturnal enuresis, there is insufficient high-quality evidence to recommend their use over established medical treatments. Thus, the primary basis for their use remains tradition, with only modest anecdotal or preliminary support from scientific studies.
Other health conditions supported by Average Herb Strength
Appetite (deficient)Bedwetting
Bronchitis
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Cough (general)
Digestion (poor)
Indigestion
Infection