Evidence supporting the use of: Arisaema
For the health condition: Chills

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Arisaema species, commonly known as jack-in-the-pulpit or cobra lily, have a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and other Asian herbal traditions. In TCM, Arisaema (often referred to as "Tian Nan Xing") is typically processed and used for its purported ability to dispel phlegm, relieve convulsions, and reduce swelling. Its use for treating "chills" is generally indirect, as chills in TCM may be associated with "wind-cold" invasion or phlegm stagnation; thus, Arisaema is sometimes included in formulas aimed at addressing such syndromes. However, there is little direct traditional documentation of Arisaema being used specifically and singularly for chills as understood in modern Western medicine (i.e., the subjective sensation of coldness often accompanying fever or infection). There is no robust scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Arisaema in treating chills, and its use for this purpose is not validated by clinical studies. Its inclusion in traditional preparations is due to its broader effects within the TCM framework rather than targeted, evidence-based intervention for chills.

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