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Source of validity: Traditional
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Schizonepeta (Schizonepeta tenuifolia), known as Jing Jie in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has a long history of use primarily for conditions like fever, colds, influenza, and certain skin disorders, especially those characterized by itching or rashes. In TCM, it is sometimes incorporated into formulas intended for skin eruptions or dermatological conditions that may have underlying infectious or allergic origins. Its use for "wind" conditions sometimes overlaps with fungal skin infections (like tinea), although this is not a specific or direct traditional indication. Schizonepeta is believed to have properties that "dispel wind" and relieve itching, making it a supportive herb for pruritic conditions, some of which may be fungal in nature.

However, scientific research supporting its direct antifungal activity is limited. Some in vitro studies suggest Schizonepeta extracts may have mild antimicrobial properties, but robust clinical evidence for antifungal effects in humans is lacking. Thus, its use against fungal infections is based more on traditional practice and symptom management (e.g., alleviating itchiness) rather than on proven antifungal efficacy. For fungal infections, it is generally used as an adjunct in multi-herb formulas rather than as a standalone treatment. Overall, its justification for fungal infections is rooted in tradition, with minimal direct scientific validation.

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