Evidence supporting the use of: Indian Madder
For the health condition: Chest Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Indian Madder (Rubia cordifolia) has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic and Unani medicine, where it is known as "Manjistha." In these traditional systems, it is primarily valued for its blood-purifying properties and is sometimes used as part of broader herbal formulations for conditions associated with blood or circulatory imbalances. There are references in classical Ayurvedic texts to its potential use in managing conditions involving "vata" and "pitta" imbalances, which can sometimes be associated—though not directly equivalent—with symptoms like chest pain. However, there is no robust clinical or pharmacological evidence in modern scientific literature supporting its efficacy for chest pain specifically (such as angina or cardiac-related chest discomfort). Most scientific studies on Indian Madder focus on its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects. The use of Indian Madder for chest pain, therefore, is justified primarily by historical and traditional practice, not by scientific validation. As of now, there are no high-quality clinical trials or systematic reviews establishing its benefit for this indication. Caution is advised, and modern medical evaluation is essential for chest pain, given its potential severity and underlying causes.

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