Evidence supporting the use of: Agrimonia pilosa
For the health condition: Dysmenorrhea

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Synopsis

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

Agrimonia pilosa (commonly known as hairy agrimony) has a long history of use in traditional East Asian medicine, particularly in Chinese and Korean herbal practices. It has been employed for a variety of ailments, including as a hemostatic (to stop bleeding) and to alleviate pain associated with gynecological issues such as dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation). Traditional texts like the Chinese Pharmacopoeia and various Korean herbal manuals mention Agrimonia pilosa in formulations aimed at regulating menstrual flow and relieving abdominal pain during menstruation.

However, the scientific evidence supporting its efficacy for dysmenorrhea is limited. Most available studies focus on its general anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and astringent properties, often in the context of animal models or in vitro experiments. A few animal studies suggest potential antispasmodic and analgesic effects, but these findings have not been directly translated into well-designed clinical trials for dysmenorrhea in humans. Thus, its use for menstrual pain relief is primarily based on traditional use rather than robust scientific validation.

In summary, the use of Agrimonia pilosa for dysmenorrhea is justified by traditional practices, with only preliminary and indirect scientific support. High-quality clinical trials are lacking, so it is rated as a 2 on the evidence scale for this indication.

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