Evidence supporting the use of: Gallotannin (unspecified)
For the health condition: Bites and Stings

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Gallotannin, a type of hydrolyzable tannin found in galls, has historical use in traditional medicine for various conditions, including the treatment of bites and stings. Its astringent properties were believed to help reduce swelling, pain, and local inflammation by contracting tissues and precipitating proteins. Traditional remedies often involved topical application of plant extracts rich in gallotannins to affected areas. However, there is very limited scientific research directly supporting the effectiveness of gallotannin for bites and stings. Most information is anecdotal or derived from the general use of tannin-rich plants in folk medicine. While tannins do possess some antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties in vitro, there is no robust clinical evidence evaluating their efficacy or safety specifically for bites and stings in humans. Thus, the use of gallotannin for this indication is justified primarily by tradition, not by current scientific validation.

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