Evidence supporting the use of: Loquat
For the health condition: Cough (spastic)

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Synopsis

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

Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) has been used traditionally in East Asian medicine, particularly within Chinese herbal medicine, to help soothe coughs, especially those with a spasmodic or dry quality. The fruit, leaves, and preparations such as loquat syrup are commonly included in herbal remedies for respiratory complaints. Classical Chinese medical texts describe its use for "clearing lung heat" and "stopping cough," which aligns with the traditional categorization of coughs associated with internal heat or dryness.

Modern pharmacological studies have identified some bioactive compounds in loquat leaves, such as triterpenes and flavonoids, with potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties; however, rigorous clinical trials demonstrating efficacy specifically for spastic cough are limited. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest possible antitussive (cough-suppressing) effects, but these findings have not been robustly confirmed in humans. Thus, while the traditional use is well-documented and loquat remains a popular ingredient in herbal cough syrups in East Asia, the scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness for spastic cough is modest and preliminary.

In summary, loquat's use for spastic cough is primarily rooted in traditional medicine, with a moderate amount of suggestive—but not definitive—scientific evidence.

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