Evidence supporting the use of: Sickle-leaf hare's ear
For the health condition: Colds (decongestant)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Sickle-leaf hare's ear (Bupleurum falcatum) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, especially in East Asia, where it is a common component of formulas such as "Sho-saiko-to" (Xiao Chai Hu Tang) in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). These formulas are historically used for a variety of ailments, including respiratory conditions like colds and flu. In TCM, Bupleurum is believed to "release the exterior" and help expel pathogens associated with early-stage colds, often acting as a decongestant or fever reducer in multi-herb preparations. However, while there is some scientific research into Bupleurum's anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects, direct evidence supporting its efficacy specifically as a decongestant for treating colds in humans is minimal. Most modern studies focus on its effects on liver health or general immune modulation, not nasal decongestion. Therefore, its use for treating colds as a decongestant is justified primarily by tradition, with little direct clinical evidence to support these claims.

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