Evidence supporting the use of: Nardostachys
For the health condition: Migraine

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Synopsis

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

Nardostachys jatamansi, commonly known as spikenard or jatamansi, is traditionally used in Ayurvedic and other traditional medicine systems to manage neurological disorders, including migraine. Historical Ayurvedic texts describe its use for calming the nervous system, relieving headaches, and treating disorders associated with tension and stress. The rhizomes and roots are believed to have sedative, anticonvulsant, and anti-inflammatory properties. While there are some preclinical studies suggesting that Nardostachys extracts possess neuroprotective, anxiolytic, and anti-inflammatory effects—mechanisms potentially relevant to migraine—there is limited direct scientific evidence specifically evaluating its efficacy in migraine treatment in humans. Most of the support for its use in migraine comes from ethnobotanical surveys, traditional formulations, and anecdotal reports rather than robust clinical trials. Therefore, its use for migraine is justified primarily by tradition, with some preliminary but inconclusive scientific interest. The overall evidence rating is low, reflecting the lack of high-quality clinical data.

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