Evidence supporting the use of: Prickly ash (mixed)
For the health condition: Colic (children)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Prickly ash (Zanthoxylum spp.) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly within Native American and early North American herbal traditions. It was sometimes included in mixtures used to address digestive complaints, including colic in children, though more often for adults. The bark and berries of prickly ash were thought to stimulate circulation and digestion, and it was sometimes combined with other carminative herbs to soothe gastrointestinal discomfort. However, scientific evidence supporting the use of prickly ash, whether mixed or alone, for the treatment of colic in children is lacking. There are no well-designed clinical studies demonstrating its safety or efficacy for pediatric colic. The historical use seems to be based largely on empirical tradition and anecdotal reports rather than rigorous scientific validation. Modern pediatric practice does not recommend prickly ash for colic, and its safety profile in children has not been established. In summary, its use for this purpose is rooted in tradition, with very limited and low-quality supporting evidence.

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