Evidence supporting the use of: Arisaema cum bile
For the health condition: Congestion (lungs)

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Synopsis

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

Arisaema cum bile is a traditional ingredient commonly used in Chinese medicine, where it is known as Dan Nan Xing (胆南星). It is prepared by processing the tuber of Arisaema erubescens (or related species) with bovine bile. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Dan Nan Xing is used to "resolve phlegm," "clear heat," and "relieve convulsions," which conceptually maps to treating conditions like lung congestion, productive cough, and certain neurological symptoms. The rationale is based on centuries of empirical use rather than modern pharmacological study.

There is limited scientific research on Arisaema cum bile itself for lung congestion. Some studies have investigated the anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties of its components or of Arisaema species in general, but high-quality clinical trials are lacking. The use is primarily justified by traditional medical texts and longstanding practice in TCM, with some animal or in vitro studies suggesting possible expectorant or anti-inflammatory effects, but not enough to reach scientific consensus or clinical validation.

In summary, Arisaema cum bile is used to support or treat lung congestion based on traditional Chinese medicine principles and clinical experience, rather than robust scientific evidence.

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