Evidence supporting the use of: Baccharoides anthelmintica
For the health condition: Cough (dry)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Baccharoides anthelmintica (syn. Vernonia anthelmintica) has a history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and Unani, where its seeds and extracts are used for various ailments. While its most common applications are for skin disorders, helminthic infections, and as an anti-inflammatory agent, there is some traditional mention of its use in managing respiratory issues, including cough. However, the references to its use for dry cough specifically are limited and often grouped with its purported expectorant or demulcent actions. Traditional herbal compendia sometimes list Baccharoides anthelmintica among remedies for cough, but these mentions are sparse and lack detailed documentation of efficacy or preparation methods specifically for dry cough.
From a scientific perspective, there are very few studies focusing on the effect of Baccharoides anthelmintica on cough or respiratory symptoms. Most pharmacological research has focused on its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anthelmintic properties, with only indirect relevance to cough. Thus, its use for dry cough is primarily justified by tradition, with limited and low-level evidence supporting its efficacy for this indication.
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Other health conditions supported by Baccharoides anthelmintica
Abdominal PainAnemia
Appetite (deficient)
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Boils
Bronchitis
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Chicken Pox
Cholera
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
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Colitis
Congestion (bronchial)
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Conjunctivitis
Constipation (adults)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Cuts
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Edema
Fever
Gall Bladder (sluggish or removed)
Gastritis
Gonorrhea
Gout
Headache (general)
Headache (tension)
Hepatitis
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Inflammation
Insect Repellant
Kidney Infection
Liver Detoxification
Malaria
Menstrual Irregularity
Nausea and Vomiting
Parasites (general)
Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Pneumonia
