Evidence supporting the use of: Baphicacanthus cusia
For the health condition: Emphysema

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Baphicacanthus cusia, also known as Strobilanthes cusia or Qing Dai in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), is primarily justified for use in respiratory disorders, including emphysema, by traditional practice rather than strong scientific evidence. In TCM, Qing Dai has been employed for its purported heat-clearing and detoxifying properties, and is used in formulas to treat conditions with symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath, and hemoptysis, which may overlap with emphysema presentations. However, the direct use of Baphicacanthus cusia specifically for emphysema is not well documented in either modern clinical trials or in classical TCM texts, where its main indications are more often for infectious or inflammatory respiratory conditions, such as pneumonia or tuberculosis.

There is a paucity of high-quality scientific research on the efficacy of Baphicacanthus cusia for emphysema. Some in vitro and animal studies have suggested that extracts of the plant may have anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects, but these findings have not been translated into clinical research specific to emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Therefore, while its use is rooted in traditional practice, robust scientific validation for its efficacy in emphysema is lacking, and the evidence level is low.

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