Evidence supporting the use of: Onosma bracteatum
For the health condition: Heart (weakness)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Onosma bracteatum, commonly known as "Gaozaban" in Unani and traditional South Asian medicine, has been historically used to support heart health and treat conditions described as "heart weakness." Traditional texts such as those from Unani and Ayurvedic medicine have described Onosma bracteatum as having "cardiotonic" and "cooling" properties, suggesting its use in palpitations, weakness of the heart, and sometimes as part of polyherbal formulations for general cardiovascular support.

However, the scientific literature providing modern pharmacological validation for these uses is limited. Most published research on Onosma bracteatum focuses on its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, with only sparse animal or in vitro studies loosely suggesting a possible benefit for cardiovascular parameters. These studies are preliminary and not sufficient to establish efficacy for heart weakness by modern standards. No robust human clinical trials currently confirm its cardiotonic effect. Therefore, the use of Onosma bracteatum for heart weakness is primarily justified by tradition, with low but not absent supporting evidence (rated 2/5), largely based on its recognition in classic herbal pharmacopeias rather than scientific validation.

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