Evidence supporting the use of: Chaenomeles lagenaria
For the health condition: Cough (dry)

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Synopsis

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

Chaenomeles lagenaria, commonly referred to as Chinese quince, has been traditionally used in East Asian medicine to treat various respiratory ailments, including dry coughs. Historical records from Chinese herbal medicine texts such as the “Compendium of Materia Medica” (Bencao Gangmu) attribute expectorant and cough-relieving properties to the fruit of this plant. The traditional use is often based on its reputed ability to moisten the lungs and alleviate phlegm, which are concepts rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory rather than modern biomedical understanding.

Although there is a long-standing tradition supporting its use for cough, especially dry cough, rigorous scientific research on Chaenomeles lagenaria specifically for this indication is limited. Some phytochemical analyses have identified bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and phenolic acids in the fruit, which may have anti-inflammatory or antioxidant properties; however, direct clinical evidence for its efficacy against dry cough is lacking. Most modern references to its use for cough draw from traditional practices rather than clinical trials or pharmacological studies. Therefore, while traditional evidence supports the use of Chaenomeles lagenaria for dry cough, scientific validation is minimal, and its effectiveness remains to be substantiated by modern research.

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