Evidence supporting the use of: Microtea debilis
For the health condition: Infection (viral)

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Synopsis

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

Microtea debilis, commonly known as "goosefoot" or "erva-de-passarinho," has a history of use in traditional medicine systems in parts of South America and the Caribbean. In folk medicine, it has been utilized for a variety of ailments, including as a remedy for infections, although the nature of these infections—bacterial, viral, or otherwise—is often not specified in the ethnobotanical literature. Specifically, there are a few reports of its use in traditional practices for treating fevers and general infections, which may include viral origins, but the documentation is limited and not always clearly attributed to viral causes.

There is a paucity of scientific studies investigating the antiviral properties of Microtea debilis. The available research primarily focuses on its use as an anti-inflammatory, diuretic, or for treating other minor health complaints. No robust pharmacological studies or clinical trials have been published to substantiate its efficacy or safety for treating viral infections in humans. As such, while its use for infections (including potentially viral infections) is grounded in tradition, there is minimal scientific validation to support these practices. The evidence rating for its use in viral infection is therefore low, primarily reflecting anecdotal and traditional sources rather than rigorous scientific evidence.

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