Evidence supporting the use of: Fritillary (unspecified)
For the body system: Bronchials

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Fritillary, particularly species such as Fritillaria cirrhosa and Fritillaria thunbergii, has a long-standing history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for supporting the bronchial and respiratory system. The bulbs, known as "Bei Mu" in Chinese, are commonly used to treat cough, asthma, and phlegm-related disorders. Historical TCM texts describe fritillary as an expectorant and antitussive, believed to clear heat and moisten the lungs. There is significant documentation of its use in classic herbal formulas designed for chronic cough, bronchitis, and other pulmonary conditions. Some modern pharmacological studies have investigated the alkaloids present in fritillary bulbs, such as peimine and peiminine, which exhibit antitussive (cough-suppressing) and expectorant effects in animal models. However, while these studies provide preliminary biological plausibility, high-quality clinical trials in humans remain limited. Thus, the primary justification for fritillary’s use in supporting the bronchial system is rooted in traditional practice, supported by some experimental evidence but lacking robust clinical validation. Overall, fritillary continues to be valued in traditional herbal medicine for bronchial health, but more rigorous scientific trials are needed to confirm its efficacy and safety in this context.

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Other body systems supported by Fritillary (unspecified)

Bronchials
Lungs
Mucus Membranes
Respiratory System

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