Evidence supporting the use of: Oroxylum indicum
For the health condition: Colds (prevention)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Oroxylum indicum, commonly known as the "midnight horror" or "Indian trumpet flower," has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, particularly in India and Southeast Asia, for the prevention and treatment of respiratory ailments, including colds. Its bark, roots, and fruits are ingredients in several classical Ayurvedic formulations, such as Dashamoola, which is prescribed for various respiratory conditions and fevers. The plant is believed to possess immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, which are thought to help bolster the body's defenses against common infections like colds. Several ethnobotanical surveys and Ayurvedic texts (e.g., Charaka Samhita) document its use for coughs, colds, and other upper respiratory tract infections.

While some preliminary scientific studies have investigated the phytochemical components (such as flavonoids and baicalein) and reported antioxidant and antimicrobial activity in vitro, robust clinical evidence supporting its efficacy specifically for cold prevention in humans is lacking. Most of the current support for its use in preventing colds comes from tradition and historical use rather than modern clinical trials. Thus, while Oroxylum indicum is traditionally justified for supporting or preventing colds, the level of scientific validation remains moderate to low, meriting a rating of 3 on the evidence scale primarily due to strong traditional consensus and some supportive preclinical findings.

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