Evidence supporting the use of: Pyrrosia
For the health condition: Congestion (sinus)

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Synopsis

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

Pyrrosia, particularly Pyrrosia lingua, is a fern commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In TCM, Pyrrosia (known as Shi Wei) is traditionally used to "clear heat," "resolve dampness," and "relieve cough," and it is sometimes included in herbal formulas intended to address respiratory complaints, such as cough and mild congestion. The plant is believed to promote the flow of lung qi and to help with phlegm clearance. However, its primary historical uses are for urinary tract conditions, such as promoting urination and treating stones, rather than directly for sinus congestion.

There is limited scientific research on Pyrrosia's effectiveness for sinus congestion specifically. Most available studies and pharmacological investigations pertain to its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties, and not directly to relief of sinus congestion. Its inclusion in TCM formulas for respiratory complaints is based on traditional theory rather than modern clinical trials. Thus, while Pyrrosia has a traditional basis for use in some respiratory conditions, direct evidence supporting its use for sinus congestion is weak, and it is not a primary or well-validated treatment for this condition by modern standards.

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