Evidence supporting the use of: Bergenia Pacumbis
For the health condition: Cholera

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Bergenia pacumbis (syn. Bergenia ligulata), commonly known as "Pashanbheda" in traditional medicine, has been used in Ayurveda and other South Asian systems of medicine for various ailments, including urinary disorders, kidney stones, and some gastrointestinal issues. There are anecdotal and textual references to its use for treating symptoms similar to those seen in cholera, such as diarrhea and dysentery, in traditional texts. However, the primary basis for its use against cholera lies in tradition rather than scientific validation.

Scientific studies have identified antimicrobial activity in extracts of Bergenia pacumbis, particularly against some bacteria, but there is minimal or no direct research regarding its efficacy against Vibrio cholerae (the causative agent of cholera) or its specific effect on cholera symptoms. Most of the available evidence is historical and rooted in ethnomedicinal practices. Thus, while Bergenia pacumbis is cited in some Ayurvedic references for managing diarrhea and related symptoms, modern clinical or pharmacological validation for its use in cholera is lacking. The evidence supporting its use for this condition is therefore rated as 1, indicating minimal substantiation beyond traditional use.

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