Evidence supporting the use of: Eclipta
For the health condition: Conjunctivitis

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Synopsis

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

Eclipta (Eclipta prostrata or Eclipta alba) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine. In these traditions, Eclipta is sometimes used for eye conditions, including conjunctivitis (pink eye), often in the form of topical washes or extracts. Historical Ayurvedic texts mention the use of Eclipta for various ocular disorders, attributing cooling, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties to the herb, which are thought to help soothe inflamed eyes and reduce infection. However, this usage is rooted in traditional practice rather than robust scientific validation.

Contemporary scientific research on Eclipta's effects specifically for conjunctivitis is extremely limited. While some laboratory studies indicate that Eclipta extracts possess general antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities, there is currently no direct clinical evidence demonstrating effectiveness for conjunctivitis in humans. No major clinical trials or peer-reviewed studies have substantiated its use for this particular condition. Therefore, the evidence supporting Eclipta for conjunctivitis is primarily traditional, and rated as 1 out of 5 due to the absence of modern scientific corroboration.

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