Evidence supporting the use of: Aconite
For the health condition: Neuralgia and Neuritis

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Aconite (Aconitum species), also known as monkshood or wolf's bane, has a long history of traditional use, particularly in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, for treating various types of pain, including neuralgia and neuritis. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), processed aconite root (Fu Zi) is often prescribed for "cold" pain syndromes, which can include nerve pain, due to its reputed warming and analgesic properties. Historical European herbalism also referenced aconite as an analgesic, particularly in topical preparations for neuralgia. However, the use of aconite is extremely limited today due to its high toxicity; the plant contains potent alkaloids such as aconitine, which can cause severe cardiac and neurological side effects, even in small doses. There is minimal modern scientific evidence to support the efficacy or safety of aconite for neuralgia or neuritis. Most studies focus on its toxicity rather than therapeutic benefit, and regulatory agencies in many countries have banned or strictly regulated its use. Clinical application, if any, is almost entirely based on historical precedent rather than validated research. As such, the evidence supporting aconite’s use for neuralgia or neuritis is weak and primarily traditional, with contemporary safety concerns greatly outweighing any potential benefit.

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