Evidence supporting the use of: Artemisia (unspecified)
For the health condition: Epilepsy

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Artemisia species, such as Artemisia absinthium (wormwood) and Artemisia vulgaris (mugwort), have a long history of use in traditional medicine systems across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Historically, some Artemisia species have been used for neurological ailments, including epilepsy, though this use is not widespread or consistently documented. Ethnobotanical reports indicate that preparations from Artemisia have been used in folk remedies for seizures and related convulsive disorders, particularly in parts of Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. However, the rationale for such use is largely based on anecdotal experience and tradition rather than controlled studies.

Modern scientific evidence to support the anti-epileptic or anticonvulsant properties of Artemisia is minimal and largely limited to preliminary animal studies or in vitro data. These studies have examined extracts from various species for central nervous system effects, but results are inconsistent and not robust enough for clinical recommendations. No Artemisia species or extracts are approved as antiepileptic drugs, and there is concern about potential neurotoxicity, especially with compounds like thujone present in some species. In summary, while Artemisia’s use for epilepsy is rooted in traditional practice, there is little high-quality scientific validation for its efficacy or safety in this context.

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