Evidence supporting the use of: Bupleurum
For the health condition: Insomnia

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Bupleurum, a traditional herb in Chinese medicine, is primarily used for its purported effects on liver health, fever, and inflammation, rather than for treating insomnia directly. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Bupleurum (Chai Hu) is included in various formulas—such as Xiao Yao San and Chai Hu Shu Gan San—intended to "soothe liver qi" and address emotional disturbances, which can sometimes include sleep issues as secondary symptoms. However, Bupleurum itself is not typically considered a primary or standalone remedy for insomnia. Its inclusion in formulas for sleep disturbances is generally based on the traditional belief that liver qi stagnation may contribute to emotional unrest and, in turn, sleep problems. There is very limited direct scientific research on Bupleurum’s efficacy for insomnia specifically. Most available studies focus on its anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and immune-modulating effects. Therefore, its use for insomnia is justified more by traditional practice within the context of multi-herb formulas than by direct scientific evidence or robust clinical trials targeting sleep disorders.

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