Evidence supporting the use of: Ligusticum (Unspecified)
For the health condition: Blood Clots (prevention of)

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Ligusticum, particularly species such as Ligusticum chuanxiong (also known as Chuanxiong or Szechuan lovage), has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for promoting blood circulation and preventing blood stasis, which is sometimes interpreted as the prevention of blood clots. In TCM theory, Chuanxiong is often included in formulas intended to "invigorate the blood" and is prescribed for conditions like menstrual disorders, headaches, and pain associated with blood stagnation. The rationale for its use is primarily based on traditional concepts rather than rigorous clinical evidence.

Scientific evidence supporting the use of Ligusticum for the prevention of blood clots is limited. Some laboratory and animal studies have identified that certain compounds in Ligusticum chuanxiong (such as ligustilide and ferulic acid) may have mild antiplatelet or vasodilatory effects, which could theoretically influence clot formation. However, these findings are preliminary, and high-quality human clinical trials demonstrating efficacy in blood clot prevention are lacking. No major medical guidelines recognize Ligusticum as a validated therapy for the prevention of thrombotic events.

Therefore, while Ligusticum has a traditional role in supporting circulation and potentially influencing clot formation, this use is not strongly supported by scientific evidence. Its use for this purpose should be considered with caution, particularly in individuals at risk for bleeding or those on anticoagulant medications.

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