Evidence supporting the use of: Cyperus rotundus
For the health condition: Canker Sores

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Cyperus rotundus (commonly known as nutgrass or purple nutsedge) has a long history of use in traditional medicine in many Asian cultures, particularly in Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and Siddha medicine. Its applications are varied, often addressing digestive issues, pain, fever, and inflammatory conditions. The traditional use of Cyperus rotundus for oral ailments, including canker sores (aphthous ulcers), is documented in some ethnomedicinal sources and herbal compendia, where it is typically employed for its purported anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antimicrobial properties.

However, direct scientific evidence supporting its efficacy specifically for canker sores is minimal. While a small number of laboratory studies have demonstrated anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects of Cyperus rotundus extracts in vitro and in animal models, clinical studies assessing its impact on canker sores in humans are lacking. Most references to its use for mouth ulcers are based on traditional practice and anecdotal reports rather than controlled trials. As such, the evidence supporting its use for this condition is low, and its inclusion for canker sore relief is based more on traditional practices than robust scientific validation.

In summary, Cyperus rotundus is traditionally used for treating oral sores in some cultures, but direct scientific evidence for its effectiveness against canker sores is insufficient.

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