Synopsis

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

Sabadilla (Schoenocaulon officinale) is a plant whose seeds have historically been used in traditional medicine, especially in homeopathy and folk remedies. Its use for treating itching (pruritus) is rooted in its long-standing application as an external anti-parasitic agent. In the past, extracts and powders derived from Sabadilla seeds were employed as topical treatments for lice and scabies, both of which are conditions associated with intense itching. The presumed mechanism of action was the plant's alkaloids—primarily veratridine and related compounds—which have neurotoxic effects on insects and parasites. This led to some transient relief of itching by addressing the underlying infestation. However, there is little to no robust scientific research or clinical trials validating the efficacy of Sabadilla specifically for itching unrelated to parasitic infections. Its use has declined significantly due to concerns about toxicity and the development of safer, more effective antipruritic and anti-parasitic treatments. In modern contexts, Sabadilla appears mostly in homeopathic preparations, which are highly diluted and lack evidence for efficacy beyond placebo. While traditional texts and old pharmacopoeias may mention Sabadilla for itching, this is based more on historical practice than on scientific validation.

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Other ingredients used for Itching

Aloe vera
myrobalan
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 Sabadilla

Asthma
Congestion (sinus)
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Itching
Rhinitis
Rhinitis, Allergic

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