Evidence supporting the use of: False Unicorn Root
For the health condition: Ovarian Pain
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
False Unicorn Root (Chamaelirium luteum) has a long history of use in North American traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American and early European-American herbalists. It was commonly recommended as a "female tonic" for a variety of gynecological complaints, including ovarian pain, menstrual irregularities, and symptoms sometimes described as "uterine weakness." The plant was often included in 19th and early 20th century herbal texts and formulas for its reputed effects on the reproductive system.
Despite its historical use, there is a lack of modern scientific research validating the efficacy or safety of False Unicorn Root for ovarian pain or any other gynecological condition. No rigorous clinical trials or pharmacological studies have established its active constituents or mechanisms of action with respect to ovarian pain. Most evidence comes from anecdotal reports and traditional herbal literature rather than controlled scientific investigation.
In summary, the use of False Unicorn Root for ovarian pain is justified primarily by traditional use, with minimal scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness for this purpose. As such, it is rated low for evidence (1/5), and caution is advised due to the absence of modern safety and efficacy data.
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False Unicorn Root
Other health conditions supported by False Unicorn Root
AmenorrheaCramps (menstrual)
Cramps and Spasms
Labor and Delivery
Menstrual Irregularity
Ovarian Pain
Post Partum Weakness
Pregnancy (herbs and supplements for)