Evidence supporting the use of: Bergenia Pacumbis
For the health condition: Chest Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Bergenia pacumbis, commonly known as "Pashanbheda" in Ayurveda, has been traditionally used in various systems of medicine in South Asia. However, its primary historical uses focus on conditions such as kidney stones, urinary disorders, and inflammation. There are some reports in traditional Ayurvedic literature where it is mentioned as a remedy for pain, which could include chest pain (referred to in broader terms as "hridroga" or heart-related pain), but such references are indirect and not well-documented or specific to angina or cardiac chest pain as understood in modern medicine.

Regarding scientific evidence, there are no well-designed clinical studies or pharmacological research specifically validating the use of Bergenia pacumbis for the treatment or support of chest pain, whether cardiac or non-cardiac in origin. The available research on this plant primarily explores its anti-inflammatory, anti-urolithic, and antimicrobial properties, rather than any direct effects on cardiovascular health or pain pathways associated with chest pain. Thus, while there may be anecdotal or traditional claims, these are not substantiated by rigorous scientific evidence.

In summary, the use of Bergenia pacumbis for chest pain is primarily rooted in traditional medicine with very weak and nonspecific historical support, and there is a lack of scientific validation for this indication.

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