Evidence supporting the use of: Indian Fagonia
For the health condition: Headache (sinus)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Indian Fagonia (Fagonia indica) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Unani. It has been employed for a variety of ailments, including headaches, particularly those associated with sinus issues. Traditional practitioners often use the plant for its purported anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties, which are believed to help alleviate headache symptoms. However, the scientific literature on Fagonia indica is limited and focuses mainly on its antioxidant and hepatoprotective activities, with only minimal preclinical evidence for analgesic or anti-inflammatory effects. No robust clinical trials or pharmacological studies have specifically validated its efficacy in treating sinus headaches. Thus, while its use for this condition is rooted in tradition, there is currently insufficient scientific evidence to substantiate these claims. The overall evidence rating is 2, reflecting traditional endorsement but a lack of solid scientific validation.
Other ingredients used for Headache (sinus)
alpha-pinenewaterhyssop
basil
beta-pinene
betel
black cumin
Indian frankincense
chamomile
cucumber
turmeric
elderberry
ginger
goldenseal
greek mountain tea
onion
horseradish
lemon
licorice root
moringa
mustard seed
parsley
pear
peppermint oil
schizonepeta
spearmint leaf
chickweed
tangerine
hyssop
cardamom
Indian bael
alpinia galangal
ferula assafoetida
anise
commiphora
myrrh
chrysanthemum
fern
eucalyptus
wintergreen
camphor oil
menthol oil
aster root
cayenne pepper
soursop
Agastache
Allicin
Asarum heterotropoides
Aconite
Aerva lanata
Asam gelugor
Agrimonia pilosa
Acetylsalicylic acid
Amor seco
Arani
Asarum sieboldii
Atractylone
Black Seed
Blackthorn
Broussonetia
Balsam
Bayleaf
Boswellia
black salt
Black Nightshade
Bombax
Balloon Flower
Belamcanda
Borneol
Cinnamomum
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Coriander
Citron
Carry Me Seed
Cajuput
Centipeda
Costus
Carthamus
Clerodendrum indicum
Dianthus
DIVI-DIVI
Dragonhead
Dichrostachys glomerata
Ephedra
Elephant's Head
Goldthread
Galangal
Mustard
Mallow
Potato
Sandalwood
Vervain
Other health conditions supported by Indian Fagonia
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Acid Indigestion
Acne
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Anxiety
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bladder Infection
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Canker Sores
Chest Pain
Colds (general)
Colds (with fever)
Cuts
Depression
Dermatitis
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Eczema
Epilepsy
Eye Infections
Fatigue
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gall Stones
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Heart (weakness)