Evidence supporting the use of: Scabrous Gentian
For the health condition: Colds (with fever)

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Synopsis

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

Scabrous Gentian (Gentiana scabra), known as "Long Dan Cao" in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has a history of use for various ailments, including supporting the treatment of colds with fever. The use is primarily rooted in TCM tradition rather than scientific validation. In TCM, Scabrous Gentian is classified as a bitter and cold herb believed to clear heat and dampness from the body. It is included in formulas such as "Long Dan Xie Gan Tang," which is used to address heat-related symptoms, sometimes including feverish colds or upper respiratory inflammation.

However, scientific evidence specifically supporting its efficacy for treating viral upper respiratory tract infections or fever is limited. Most pharmacological research on Gentiana scabra focuses on its anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and antioxidant properties. While these properties could theoretically contribute to symptom relief in febrile illnesses, there is a lack of clinical trials or robust studies directly demonstrating its effectiveness for colds with fever. Thus, its use for this condition remains primarily traditional, with some pharmacological plausibility but without strong direct evidence.

In summary, the application of Scabrous Gentian for colds with fever is based on traditional usage in Chinese medicine, with only modest supporting evidence from modern scientific studies regarding relevant pharmacological actions. Direct clinical evidence for its effectiveness in this specific context is currently lacking.

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