Evidence supporting the use of: Hedyotis diffusa
For the health condition: Influenza

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Synopsis

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

Hedyotis diffusa, also known as Oldenlandia diffusa or Bai Hua She She Cao, has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for the treatment of various infections and inflammatory conditions. In the context of influenza, its use is primarily traditional. TCM practitioners have historically used Hedyotis diffusa in herbal formulas aimed at "clearing heat" and "resolving toxins," which are believed to contribute to symptom relief in febrile and respiratory illnesses, including those with influenza-like manifestations.

However, scientific validation specifically targeting influenza is limited. While some in vitro studies have shown that extracts from Hedyotis diffusa possess general antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties, there is a lack of robust clinical trials or direct laboratory evidence demonstrating efficacy against influenza virus infection in humans. Most available research focuses on its use in cancer therapy or as a general immune modulator. Thus, while there is a traditional basis for its use in respiratory infections that may include influenza, the scientific evidence supporting this application is weak and indirect.

In summary, the use of Hedyotis diffusa for influenza is justified by tradition, with minimal scientific support specifically for this indication.

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