Evidence supporting the use of: Clerodendrum indicum
For the health condition: Kidney Infection
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Clerodendrum indicum (sometimes spelled "Celrodendrum indicum") has a longstanding place in various traditional medicinal systems in Asia, including Ayurveda and folk medicine, where it is used for a range of ailments. In particular, parts of the plant (roots, leaves, and stems) have been described in ethnobotanical literature as being used for urinary tract and kidney problems, which may include kidney infections. However, the evidence supporting these uses is primarily anecdotal or based on traditional beliefs rather than rigorous scientific studies.
Scientific literature on Clerodendrum indicum shows some antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities in vitro and in animal models, but there are no well-conducted clinical trials or substantial preclinical data directly examining its efficacy for kidney infections in humans. Thus, while its traditional use for urinary and kidney issues is documented, the modern scientific evidence is minimal, and it cannot be considered validated for this purpose.
In summary, Clerodendrum indicum is used for kidney infection support primarily based on tradition, with limited and indirect scientific support. The rating reflects the weak evidence base and absence of direct clinical validation for this specific indication.
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Other health conditions supported by Clerodendrum indicum
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Acne
Anxiety
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cuts
Diabetes
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Edema
Eye Infections
Fever
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gout
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis
Hypertension
Indigestion
Infection
Inflammation
Insomnia
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Jaundice (adults)
Kidney Infection
Liver Detoxification