Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Fumaria parviflora, commonly known as fineleaf fumitory, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Unani, where it is often employed to support liver and gall bladder health. Traditionally, it is believed to have cholagogue (promoting bile flow) and hepatoprotective (liver-protecting) properties, which has led to its use in managing disorders related to bile secretion, such as gall bladder dysfunction and general biliary congestion. Extracts and preparations of the plant are sometimes used to treat jaundice, indigestion, and other conditions thought to be related to poor bile flow or liver function.

However, the scientific evidence supporting these uses is limited. While some in vitro and animal studies suggest that Fumaria parviflora may have hepatoprotective and choleretic (increasing bile secretion) effects, there is a lack of robust clinical trials in humans specifically validating its efficacy for gall bladder disorders. The available research provides some mechanistic rationale, such as antioxidant activity and possible influence on liver enzymes, but does not yet offer strong support for its use in supporting the gall bladder in clinical practice. Therefore, its use is primarily justified by traditional precedent, with modest preclinical support but insufficient direct evidence from human studies.

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