Evidence supporting the use of: Ligusticum
For the health condition: Dizziness
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Ligusticum, particularly Ligusticum chuanxiong (Szechuan lovage root, 川芎), has a longstanding history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for the treatment of dizziness. In TCM, it is often included in formulas intended to "invigorate blood circulation," "dispel wind," and "alleviate pain," with dizziness frequently attributed to blood stasis, wind, or qi stagnation. Classical texts and modern TCM practice reference its use in conditions manifesting as headaches, vertigo, or dizziness, often related to vascular or neurological origins.
However, the evidence supporting its efficacy for dizziness is primarily anecdotal and traditional. While there are some preclinical studies exploring the pharmacological effects of Ligusticum chuanxiong—such as its potential to improve microcirculation, exert neuroprotective effects, or modulate neurotransmitters—these studies do not directly address dizziness in a clinical context. There are few, if any, high-quality clinical trials evaluating its effectiveness specifically for dizziness or vertigo in humans. As such, while it remains popular in herbal medicine practices, the support for its use is rooted in tradition rather than robust scientific validation.
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schizonepeta
vitamin B
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dodder
ganoderma
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Ardisia
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Atractylone
Betony
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Broussonetia
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Bombax
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Borassus aethiopum
Bupleurum
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Coca
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Dianthus
Dragonhead
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Other health conditions supported by Ligusticum
Abdominal PainAngina
Arthritis
Backache
Bladder Infection
Blood Clots (prevention of)
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cardiovascular Disease
Circulation (poor)
Circulation (to the brain)
Cold Sores
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Congestion
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (lymphatic)
Congestion (sinus)
Constipation (adults)
Cough (damp)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Cuts
Dandruff
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Edema
Emotional Sensitivity