Evidence supporting the use of: Bassia scoparia
For the health condition: Eyes (red or itching)

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Synopsis

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

Bassia scoparia (syn. Kochia scoparia), also known as "broom cypress," has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) under the name Dì Fū Zǐ. One of its classical uses is to "clear heat and eliminate dampness," which, according to TCM theory, makes it suitable for alleviating symptoms such as red, itchy, or inflamed eyes, often associated with "wind-heat" conditions. Traditional texts sometimes recommend it as part of multi-herb formulations for ocular complaints, particularly when the symptoms are related to allergic or inflammatory processes, as interpreted within the TCM paradigm. However, scientific studies directly evaluating Bassia scoparia for eye conditions in humans are lacking. Some in vitro and animal studies have indicated anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities of certain constituents (such as momordin Ic and flavonoids), which could theoretically be relevant to ocular irritation, but no clinical trials or robust pharmacological research specifically link these effects to relief of red or itching eyes in humans. Therefore, its use for eye symptoms is primarily supported by traditional practice rather than scientific validation, and the overall quality of evidence is weak.

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