Evidence supporting the use of: Cynanchum otophyllum
For the health condition: Kidney Infection

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Cynanchum otophyllum, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as "Bai Qian," has been historically used for various ailments, but its direct use in supporting or treating kidney infections (such as pyelonephritis) is primarily rooted in traditional practice rather than scientific validation. In TCM, this herb is more commonly associated with addressing conditions related to the kidneys, such as deficiencies or imbalances, rather than bacterial infections per se. The kidney in TCM theory encompasses broader functions than the anatomical kidney in Western medicine, often relating to vitality and fluid balance. There are some records of Cynanchum otophyllum being included in herbal formulas aimed at "clearing heat" or "removing dampness" from the kidney system, which, in TCM terminology, can correspond loosely to resolving infections or urinary tract issues. However, there is a lack of direct, rigorous scientific research demonstrating the efficacy or safety of Cynanchum otophyllum for treating kidney infections specifically. No high-quality clinical trials, in vitro studies, or pharmacological data robustly support its use for this condition. Thus, while there is a traditional rationale for its inclusion in some herbal approaches to urinary issues, evidence is limited and primarily anecdotal or based on traditional usage patterns.

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