Evidence supporting the use of: Oldenlandia
For the health condition: Colds (antiviral)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Oldenlandia (also known as Hedyotis diffusa or Bai Hua She She Cao in traditional Chinese medicine) has been used in traditional medicine systems, especially in China, to treat a variety of ailments, including colds and other respiratory infections. The rationale for its use is primarily historical and rooted in herbal medicine traditions, where it is believed to "clear heat" and detoxify the body, which aligns with the concept of treating febrile illnesses such as the common cold. Some in vitro studies and preclinical research have identified that extracts from Oldenlandia possess antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties, but these studies are limited in number and quality, and typically do not focus specifically on human cold viruses. There is currently a lack of robust clinical trials or high-quality scientific evidence demonstrating clear efficacy of Oldenlandia for the treatment or prevention of the common cold in humans. Therefore, its use for colds is best supported by traditional practices rather than modern scientific validation. The overall evidence rating for its use in this context is low (2 out of 5), reflecting promising but insufficient scientific support beyond its historical application.

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