Evidence supporting the use of: Sickle-leaf hare's ear
For the health condition: Chest Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Sickle-leaf hare's ear (Bupleurum falcatum) has been used in traditional medicine systems, particularly in East Asia, where it is a component of several herbal formulas. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Bupleurum species are included in formulations intended to "soothe the liver" and "regulate qi," which are sometimes applied to conditions presenting with chest discomfort or pain, believed to be associated with "qi stagnation." However, the classical use of sickle-leaf hare's ear is more often for fever, inflammation, and liver-related issues rather than for primary chest pain or angina. There is little direct documentation in the traditional literature specifically linking Bupleurum falcatum to the treatment of chest pain as understood in modern medical terms (e.g., angina pectoris or cardiac chest pain).

From a scientific perspective, research on Bupleurum falcatum has focused on its anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective properties, with limited studies on its effects on cardiovascular health or chest pain. There is insufficient clinical evidence to support its efficacy for chest pain, and the mechanisms by which it might influence this symptom have not been elucidated. Therefore, the use of sickle-leaf hare's ear for chest pain is primarily based on traditional applications, with minimal direct evidence or validation from modern clinical research.

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