Evidence supporting the use of: Aerva lanata
For the health condition: Colic (adults)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Aerva lanata, commonly known as "mountain knotgrass" or "Polpala," is traditionally used in various systems of folk medicine, particularly in Ayurveda and Siddha, for its purported benefits in treating digestive ailments, including colic in adults. Historical texts and ethnobotanical surveys describe its use as an antispasmodic and as a remedy for abdominal pain, flatulence, and colic. The roots and whole plant are typically prepared as decoctions or infusions for this purpose. However, while these traditions are well-documented in various ethnomedicinal records and some compilations of Ayurvedic practices, there is a notable lack of rigorous clinical trials or experimental studies that specifically evaluate the efficacy of Aerva lanata for adult colic. The few pharmacological studies available tend to focus on its diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties rather than direct effects on gastrointestinal spasms or colic. As such, the use of Aerva lanata for colic in adults remains primarily supported by traditional use, with only preliminary or indirect pharmacological evidence. Therefore, while its use for this condition is established in traditional medicine, scientific validation is currently limited.

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