Synopsis

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

Tridax procumbens, commonly known as coatbuttons, has been widely used in traditional medicine systems, particularly in India, for the treatment of wounds and injuries. Ethnobotanical surveys and traditional healers have recommended topical application of Tridax leaf extracts or pastes to promote wound healing, stop bleeding, and reduce inflammation. The plant is believed to possess antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and hemostatic properties, which are thought to contribute to its effectiveness in injury management.

Scientific studies on Tridax procumbens are limited but provide some support for its traditional uses. Laboratory research has indicated that extracts of Tridax procumbens can enhance wound contraction, increase collagen deposition, and accelerate epithelialization in animal models. The plant's extracts have shown antimicrobial activity against certain wound-infecting bacteria and some anti-inflammatory effects in vitro and in vivo. However, most of these studies are preclinical, conducted on animals or in test tubes, and there is a lack of robust human clinical trials demonstrating efficacy and safety in wound healing or injury management.

In summary, the use of Tridax for injuries is primarily justified by traditional knowledge, with some preliminary scientific evidence lending partial support. However, the current scientific evidence is not strong or comprehensive enough to fully validate its effectiveness and safety for wound healing in humans.

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Other health conditions supported by Tridax

Abrasions
Bleeding (external)
Cuts
Injuries
Scratches and Abrasions
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Products containing Tridax

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