Evidence supporting the use of: Fang-Feng
For the health condition: Itching
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Fang-Feng (Saposhnikovia divaricata) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), where it is commonly prescribed to expel "wind" and alleviate symptoms such as itching, rashes, and skin eruptions. In TCM theory, "wind" is often associated with conditions that have sudden onset and movement, such as itching or hives. Fang-Feng is thought to "release the exterior" and is included in many classic herbal formulas for treating pruritus (itching), eczema, and urticaria. However, scientific evidence supporting its efficacy for itching is limited. Some laboratory studies suggest Fang-Feng contains compounds with anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties, but robust clinical trials in humans for pruritus are lacking. Most of the support for using Fang-Feng for itching comes from traditional practice and case reports, rather than rigorous scientific validation. Therefore, while its use is well-established in TCM, the overall evidence base is modest by modern medical standards.
Other ingredients used for Itching
Aloe veramyrobalan
betel
bisabolol
chamomile
turmeric
Japanese sophora
licorice root
marshmallow
Peppermint
scrophularia root
slippery elm bark
vitamin D
vitamin E
zinc
bentonite
chickweed
typhonium
ferula assafoetida
yarrow
sweetgums
oriental arborvitae
sheep's sorrel
camphor oil
white oak
melaleuca alternifolia
geranium
Avens
Apple Cider Vinegar
Agrimony
Anamu
Abrus
American Liverleaf
Asam gelugor
Allantoin
Alsonia scholaris
Argan nut oil
Amor seco
Arani
Arisaema
Asarum sieboldii
benzyl alcohol
Babchi
Baliospermum
Baphicacanthus cusia
Balsam
Barleria
Brazilian peppertree
Black Nightshade
Calendula
Calotropis gigantea
Clerodendrum trichotomum
coconut oil
Colloid
Cinquefoil
Cocoa Butter
Carry Me Seed
Cornflower
Cajuput
Catechu
Cedar
Calamus
Cyanthillium cinereum
Castor Oil
Carthamus
Copaiba Oil
Citronella
Didymocarpus
DIVI-DIVI
Dwarf Nettle
Davilla rugosa
Dendramine
European Elder
Erodium cicutarium
Emu Oil
Elephant's Head
Euphorbia
Eugenol
Flueggea suffruticosa
Fang-Feng
Fleabane
Fringed Pink
Giant Blazingstar
Gardenia jasminoides
Golden Shower Tree
Homalomena
Houttuynia
Honey loquat syrup
Hydrocolloid
Henna
Indian Nightshade
Jewelweed
Jojoba Oil
Jessica's Sticktight
Ledebouriella
Lesser speargrass
Lichen
Lophira lanceolata
Lycopodium
Labrador Tea
Lantana camara
Leptospermum scoparium
Lysimachia
Marsh Tea
Mallow
Malva sylvestris
Matico
Matapalo Tree
Mahonia
Marking Nut Tree
Macaranga indica
Oak
Onosma bracteatum
Pagoda Tree
Pulsatilla
Pepper Bark Tree
Pellitory
Plumbago zeylanica
Polygonum
Plectranthus amboinicus
Potentilla
Quisqualis
Rue
Rubus
Rhus glabra
Sabadilla
Spilanthes
Speedwell
Spanish Needle
Self-Heal
Sweet Annie
Spikenard
Salvia
Sensitive Plant
Snakeroot
Sanguisorba
Southernwood
Slippery Elm
Sagebrush
Semiaquilegia
Soapberry
Sandalwood
Scabrous Gentian
Sapindus mukorossi
Sumac
Sulfur
Sweet Bay
Storax
Sandy Everlasting
Tannins
Terpinen-4-ol
Thymol
Tea Tree Oil
Vervain
Wrightia tinctoria
Witch Hazel
Waltheria ovata
Winter Savory
Other health conditions supported by Fang-Feng
AdenitisAllergies (respiratory)
Arthritis
Backache
Bites and Stings
Blisters
Boils
Bronchitis
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Chills
Colds (general)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (lymphatic)
Congestion (sinus)
Dandruff
Dermatitis
Dizziness
Eczema
Edema
Fever
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Inflammation
Injuries
Itching
Lymph Nodes or Glands (swollen)
Mastitis
Nervousness
Neuralgia and Neuritis
Pain (general remedies for)
Poison Ivy or Oak
Rashes and Hives
Rhinitis
Rhinitis, Allergic
Scabies