Evidence supporting the use of: Aster (unspecified)
For the health condition: Eye Infections

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Aster species (Aster spp.) have a history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in East Asia, for various ailments, including eye infections and other ocular issues. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the dried root of Aster tataricus (commonly called Zi Wan) is primarily used for respiratory conditions but is occasionally mentioned in broader herbal compendia for its purported anti-inflammatory effects, which could be extrapolated to treating eye conditions such as conjunctivitis. However, direct references to Aster specifically for eye infections are sparse and not a major feature of its traditional use profile. The rationale for its use in eye infections is generally based on its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial actions observed in vitro or in animal studies, and on the traditional doctrine of using herbs with "heat-clearing" and detoxifying properties for infections. There is currently no robust scientific evidence (such as clinical trials or well-documented case reports) validating the efficacy or safety of Aster for treating eye infections specifically. Most support for this use is therefore derived from tradition, with minimal empirical evidence. Thus, the evidence rating is low, and the use is not strongly supported by either historical or scientific sources.

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