Evidence supporting the use of: Buckthorn Plantain
For the health condition: Itching

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Buckthorn Plantain, also known as Plantago lanceolata or ribwort plantain, has been traditionally used in various folk medicine systems for skin conditions, including itching (pruritus). Historical texts and ethnobotanical surveys document the use of its leaves—either as poultices or topical washes—to soothe irritated or itchy skin, insect bites, and minor wounds. The plant contains several bioactive compounds such as aucubin (an iridoid glycoside), allantoin, and mucilage, which are believed to contribute to its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. However, while in vitro and animal studies have demonstrated some anti-inflammatory and wound-healing effects of Plantago species, there is a lack of robust, high-quality clinical trials specifically investigating its efficacy in treating itching in humans. The evidence supporting its use for pruritus remains primarily anecdotal and rooted in traditional herbal medicine practices, rather than modern scientific validation. Current usage in herbal remedies for itching often references this long-standing traditional use rather than direct clinical proof. Therefore, while the use of Buckthorn Plantain for itching can be traced back through historical practices and is supported to a limited degree by basic pharmacological research, it is not strongly validated by contemporary clinical evidence.

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