Evidence supporting the use of: Campylandra fimbriata
For the health condition: Headache (general)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Campylandra fimbriata, a plant in the Liliaceae family, has a history of use in various traditional medicine systems, particularly in the Himalayan regions and India. While it is primarily known for its applications as a general tonic, adaptogen, and for promoting male reproductive health, there are some ethnobotanical records that suggest its use for alleviating general headaches or head pain. These uses are generally based on anecdotal evidence and the broader application of the plant for conditions associated with “heat,” inflammation, or stress, which are sometimes interpreted in traditional medicine as underlying causes of headaches. However, there is a lack of rigorous scientific studies, such as randomized controlled trials or pharmacological investigations, that specifically evaluate its efficacy for headache relief. To date, no bioactive compounds from Campylandra fimbriata have been directly linked to analgesic or anti-migraine effects in the scientific literature. Therefore, the justification for its use in headache is grounded mainly in traditional practice and local herbalist recommendations, with very limited supportive evidence from empirical research.
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Other health conditions supported by Campylandra fimbriata
Abdominal PainBackache
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cuts
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Headache (general)
Headache (tension)
Indigestion
Inflammation
Injuries
Pain (general remedies for)
Rashes and Hives
Scratches and Abrasions
Ulcers
Wounds and Sores