Evidence supporting the use of: Kokilaksha
For the health condition: Bedwetting

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Synopsis

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

Kokilaksha (Asteracantha longifolia, also known as Hygrophila auriculata) is traditionally used in Ayurveda and other Indian systems of medicine for urinary disorders, including bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis). The herb is described in classical Ayurvedic texts as having diuretic and tonic properties, believed to strengthen the urinary system and improve bladder control. Specific references to the use of Kokilaksha for "mutrakrichra" (dysuria or urinary difficulty) can be found in texts such as the Bhavaprakasha Nighantu and Charaka Samhita, though explicit mention of pediatric bedwetting is less direct. Its use in bedwetting is extrapolated from its general application in urinary incontinence and related disorders.

On the scientific front, there is limited modern research evaluating Kokilaksha specifically for bedwetting. Some pharmacological studies have demonstrated its diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and tonic effects, but human clinical trials targeting nocturnal enuresis are lacking. Therefore, its use for bedwetting remains primarily justified by traditional practice rather than robust scientific evidence.

In summary, Kokilaksha’s use for bedwetting is rooted in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, supported by a long history of use for urinary complaints, but lacks strong scientific validation for this specific indication.

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