Evidence supporting the use of: Allium tuberosum Rottl.
For the health condition: Cough (spastic)

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Synopsis

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

Allium tuberosum Rottl., commonly known as Chinese chive or garlic chive, has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In TCM, it is believed to possess warming properties and is sometimes employed to treat ailments such as cough, particularly when associated with cold and deficiency syndromes. The seeds, leaves, and bulbs have been used in decoctions, tinctures, or as part of herbal formulas to support respiratory health and alleviate symptoms like spastic or persistent coughs.

However, the evidence supporting its efficacy for cough is primarily anecdotal and rooted in traditional practice rather than robust scientific validation. There are limited pharmacological studies on Allium tuberosum focusing on its antitussive (cough-suppressing) properties, and most available research addresses other aspects such as antimicrobial or antioxidant activity. No clinical trials or systematic reviews have specifically evaluated its effectiveness in treating cough—spastic or otherwise. As a result, the strength of evidence supporting its use for this indication is weak (rated 1 out of 5), relying on ethnobotanical reports and traditional herbal literature without confirmation from controlled scientific studies.

In summary, while Allium tuberosum is traditionally used for coughs in some systems of herbal medicine, there is currently insufficient scientific evidence to substantiate these uses.

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