Evidence supporting the use of: Baphicacanthus cusia
For the health condition: Conjunctivitis

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Synopsis

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

Baphicacanthus cusia (commonly known as Qingdai or indigo naturalis) has a longstanding history in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), where it is used for its purported anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. In historical medical texts and TCM practice, it is used for conditions characterized by "heat" and "toxicity," which can include skin conditions and some eye ailments such as conjunctivitis ("red eye"). The traditional application may involve topical use of indigo naturalis preparations or rinses.

There is limited direct scientific evidence supporting the use of Baphicacanthus cusia specifically for conjunctivitis. Some studies and reviews have demonstrated anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties of indigo naturalis extracts in vitro and in animal models, but these tend to focus on dermatological disorders or inflammatory bowel disease rather than ocular infections. No high-quality clinical trials have evaluated its efficacy or safety for conjunctivitis in humans. Therefore, while the traditional use is well-documented, scientific substantiation for its application to conjunctivitis is currently insufficient.

In summary, the use of Baphicacanthus cusia for conjunctivitis is primarily rooted in tradition, with a low level of scientific evidence supporting this particular indication.

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