Evidence supporting the use of: Stephania root
For the health condition: Nausea and Vomiting

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Stephania root, most commonly referring to Stephania tetrandra or Stephania glabra, is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and other Asian medical practices. Its traditional uses are primarily for treating edema, rheumatism, and hypertension, rather than specifically for nausea and vomiting. However, in some ethnobotanical sources and traditional systems, Stephania root has been included in herbal formulas aimed at "settling the stomach" or relieving gastrointestinal discomfort, which can be associated with nausea or vomiting. Despite these occasional traditional applications, there is little direct evidence or explicit documentation in major TCM texts supporting the use of Stephania root as a primary treatment for nausea and vomiting. Furthermore, there is no significant scientific research or clinical data validating its efficacy for these symptoms. Most available studies on Stephania focus on its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antihypertensive properties, and not its effects on the digestive system in relation to nausea. Therefore, while there is weak traditional precedent for its inclusion in some gastrointestinal remedies, this usage is not well-established or scientifically supported. Caution is also advised due to the potential toxicity of some Stephania species and risks of adulteration with related plants.

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