Evidence supporting the use of: Bengal Fig
For the health condition: Hemorrhoids

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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The Bengal Fig (Ficus benghalensis), also known as the banyan tree, has a history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Unani for a variety of ailments, including hemorrhoids (piles). In these systems, different parts of the plant—especially the latex, bark, and leaves—are employed for their purported astringent, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties. For hemorrhoids, topical application of the latex or decoctions made from the bark are commonly mentioned in traditional formulary texts, believed to help reduce swelling and promote healing of the affected tissue.

However, while the traditional use is well-documented in ethnobotanical and Ayurvedic literature, modern scientific validation is limited. Some preclinical studies suggest anti-inflammatory and wound-healing activities in Ficus benghalensis extracts, but these are not specific to hemorrhoids and are generally preliminary, conducted in animal models or in vitro systems. There are no high-quality clinical trials evaluating the efficacy or safety of Bengal Fig preparations for hemorrhoids in humans. As such, the evidence supporting its use is primarily traditional, with a low level of scientific confirmation at present.

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