Evidence supporting the use of: Cynanchum otophyllum
For the health condition: Mastitis

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Synopsis

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

Cynanchum otophyllum, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as "Qian Niu Zi," has been used historically for a variety of conditions, primarily as a purgative and to treat edema. Its use for mastitis—an inflammatory condition of the breast—is based on traditional medical practice rather than modern scientific validation. In TCM, mastitis is often considered to be caused by "heat toxins" or stagnation, and herbs like Cynanchum otophyllum are sometimes incorporated into multi-herb formulas intended to clear heat, resolve toxins, and reduce swelling or inflammation.

However, there is limited direct scientific research specifically evaluating the efficacy of Cynanchum otophyllum for mastitis. Most of the available evidence is anecdotal or based on case reports within the context of TCM. Some historical Materia Medica texts mention its inclusion in herbal preparations for breast inflammation, but these uses are not widely cited in modern clinical studies. Therefore, while its use is justified by traditional practice and empirical experience within TCM, there is a lack of robust scientific evidence (e.g., randomized controlled trials or pharmacological studies) to confirm its effectiveness for mastitis.

In summary, the use of Cynanchum otophyllum to support or treat mastitis is rooted in tradition, with only modest empirical support and little to no modern scientific validation.

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