Evidence supporting the use of: Carthamus
For the health condition: Headache (sinus)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Carthamus, commonly known as safflower, has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Chinese and Middle Eastern herbal practices. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Carthamus tinctorius (Hong Hua) is utilized for its purported abilities to invigorate blood, dispel stasis, and alleviate pain. It is occasionally included in herbal formulas aimed at treating headaches, especially when these are believed to result from "blood stasis" or circulation issues. While sinus headaches are not a classic diagnostic category in TCM, safflower may be included in multi-herb remedies for various types of head pain.

However, there is minimal direct scientific evidence linking Carthamus specifically to the treatment of sinus headaches. Most modern research focuses on its effects related to cardiovascular health, anti-inflammatory properties, and circulation. The scientific literature does not strongly support its isolated use for sinus headache management. Thus, its application for this condition is primarily rooted in traditional use, and the evidence supporting its efficacy is limited, warranting a low evidence rating.

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