Evidence supporting the use of: Centipeda
For the health condition: Dermatitis
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Centipeda (most commonly Centipeda minima) is traditionally used in various systems of herbal medicine, particularly in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and some Indigenous Australian practices. In TCM, Centipeda is known as "E Bu Shi Cao" and is primarily applied for conditions such as rhinitis, sinusitis, and other inflammatory or allergic disorders, including some skin conditions like dermatitis. The rationale for its use comes from its attributed anti-inflammatory and antipruritic (anti-itch) properties. Traditional herbalists often create topical preparations or decoctions with Centipeda to soothe skin irritation, reduce redness, and promote healing in cases of eczema or dermatitis. However, while several in vitro and animal studies have identified anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds in Centipeda extracts, rigorous clinical trials in humans are lacking. The published scientific literature does not yet provide strong, direct evidence for its efficacy in treating dermatitis specifically. The rating of "2" reflects that there is weak but plausible support based on traditional use and some preclinical findings, but this does not meet the standard of robust scientific validation. Overall, Centipeda's use for dermatitis is primarily tradition-based, and while there are promising signals, more comprehensive studies are needed to substantiate its safety and effectiveness for this indication.
Other ingredients used for Dermatitis
aloe veraalpha-pinene
beeswax
beta caryophyllene
bisabolol
black currant
black walnut
burdock
cannabis sativa oil
chamomile
coating
turmeric
forsythia
garlic bulb
ginger
gotu kola
green tea
hemp oil
hyaluronic acid
lactoperoxidase
lauric acid
niacinamide (vitamin B3)
oregon grape
phenolic acids
plantain
pomegranate
purified silver
quercetin
resveratrol
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
rosemary
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
sphaeranthus indicus
vitamin A
vitamin D
vitamin E
zinc
chickweed
xanthium (cockleburs)
mugwort
neem tree
commiphora
siler root
oriental arborvitae
birch
polyphenols
fulvic acid
eucalyptus
menthol oil
melaleuca alternifolia
geranium
Avens
Alpha-terpineol
Azelaic acid
Ardisia
Anamu
Allantoin
Asteracea
Argan nut oil
Bee Propolis
Babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Bishop's Weed
Boswellic Acid
Butea monosperma
Barleria
Bisabolene
Bee products
Bombax
Bassia scoparia
Coconut
Centella triterpenes
Caryophyllene
Calendula
Chlorophyllin
coconut oil
Colloid
Carvacrol
Curcuminoid
Chinese Raisintree
Curcumen
Centella asiatica
Centipeda
Curcuma
Cannabidiol
Carthamus
Copaiba Oil
Cannabigerol
Chrysophanics
Dianthus
Epidermal Growth Factor
Eclipta
Emu Oil
Euphorbia
Ethyl Linoleate
Flavonoids
Fang-Feng
Fatty acids
fibroblast growth factor
Mallow
Silk protein
Sandalwood
Other health conditions supported by Centipeda
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Abscesses
Acne
Allergies (respiratory)
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Appetite (deficient)
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Cuts
Dermatitis
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Ear Infection or Earache
Eczema
Emphysema
Eye Infections
Eyes (red or itching)
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Herpes
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Infection (viral)
Inflammation
Influenza
Injuries