Evidence supporting the use of: Pluchea
For the health condition: Eye Infections

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Pluchea (genus Pluchea, including species such as Pluchea indica and Pluchea odorata) has a history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and folk medicine across Asia and Central America. Some traditional sources mention the topical application of Pluchea leaf extracts or poultices for a variety of inflammatory conditions, and in a few regions, this includes the treatment of minor eye infections or eye irritation. However, there is a notable lack of detailed documentation or standardized traditional recipes specifically for eye infections, and most references are anecdotal.

Scientifically, there are no high-quality clinical studies or pharmacological data directly supporting the efficacy or safety of Pluchea species for eye infections in humans. The plant is known to contain bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and phenolic acids with general anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, but these have not been specifically evaluated for ocular pathogens or for use in ophthalmic preparations. Therefore, while there is a minor traditional precedent for using Pluchea in the context of eye health, this is weakly supported and not corroborated by modern research. Caution is warranted, and its use for eye infections should not be considered evidence-based or recommended without further study.

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