Evidence supporting the use of: Dwarf lilyturf
For the health condition: Bladder Infection

Links: Go back one page, Tool main page, Ingredients list, Health conditions list, Body systems list

Synopsis

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

Dwarf lilyturf (Ophiopogon japonicus), known as "Mai Men Dong" in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has a long history of use in East Asian herbal medicine. Traditionally, it is used to nourish yin, moisten the lungs, and clear heat, and is sometimes included in formulas intended to treat symptoms associated with urinary tract discomfort, such as frequent urination or burning sensations, which may overlap with bladder infections. However, its use is largely based on traditional theories of bodily balance rather than direct targeting of microbial infection typical of modern biomedical approaches.

There is limited scientific research directly evaluating the efficacy of Dwarf lilyturf for bladder infections (urinary tract infections, UTIs). Few in vitro or animal studies suggest potential anti-inflammatory or immunomodulatory effects, but robust clinical evidence or clinical trials specifically supporting its use for bacterial bladder infections are lacking. Its inclusion in polyherbal formulas for urinary tract symptoms is supported by historical precedent rather than modern clinical validation. Therefore, while Dwarf lilyturf is traditionally used in some contexts for urinary health, the evidence supporting its use for bladder infection is weak and primarily traditional in nature.

More about Dwarf lilyturf
More about Bladder Infection

Products containing Dwarf lilyturf

We currently have no products on Vitabase that contain this ingredient.