Evidence supporting the use of: Macaranga indica
For the health condition: Insomnia

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Macaranga indica, a plant native to parts of India and Southeast Asia, has been used in various traditional medicine systems for a range of ailments. There is some ethnobotanical evidence that traditional healers in certain regions have employed Macaranga indica for its purported calming or sedative effects, which may be linked to its use in managing insomnia or sleep disturbances. However, the documentation of this use is limited and often anecdotal, primarily appearing in regional herbal medicine texts or surveys of local healing practices. There are also reports of the plant being used for fever, wounds, and inflammation, but specific, detailed references to insomnia are sparse.

Importantly, there is a lack of robust scientific studies—such as randomized controlled trials, pharmacological investigations, or peer-reviewed research—directly assessing the efficacy or safety of Macaranga indica for insomnia. The current evidence base is therefore weak, relying mainly on tradition rather than rigorous clinical validation. No major international pharmacopeias or sleep medicine guidelines recommend Macaranga indica for sleep disorders.

In summary, while there is some traditional use of Macaranga indica for insomnia or related symptoms, the overall evidence is limited and does not rise above anecdotal or ethnobotanical reports. Individuals seeking treatment for insomnia should consult healthcare professionals and rely on evidence-based therapies.

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