Evidence supporting the use of: Stellaria dichotoma
For the health condition: Bladder Infection

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Stellaria dichotoma, commonly known as “Yinchaihu” in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has historically been used in Chinese herbal formulations primarily for its purported antipyretic (fever-reducing) and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as to address conditions such as night sweats and irritability associated with yin deficiency. While some TCM texts and folk practices have included Stellaria dichotoma in mixtures for urinary tract symptoms, its use for treating or supporting bladder infections is largely based on empirical tradition rather than rigorous scientific validation. There are no well-controlled clinical trials or robust pharmacological studies directly demonstrating its efficacy in treating bladder infections (urinary tract infections, UTIs). Some in vitro and animal studies have suggested mild anti-inflammatory or antimicrobial effects for extracts from the plant, but these are preliminary and not specific to bladder pathogens or the urinary tract. Thus, the use of Stellaria dichotoma for bladder infection is justified by traditional usage, not by modern scientific evidence. Anyone considering herbal remedies for infections should consult a healthcare professional and not rely on traditional remedies alone.

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