Evidence supporting the use of: Chirata
For the health condition: Parasites (general)

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Synopsis

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

Chirata (Swertia chirata) has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic and Unani medicine for addressing various ailments, including intestinal parasites (helminths and protozoa). The herb is traditionally believed to possess bitter principles (such as swertiamarin and amarogentin) that are thought to help expel or inhibit the growth of intestinal worms and other parasites. Texts and ethnobotanical records describe chirata as an anthelmintic, and it has been prescribed in decoctions or powders for this purpose in traditional systems.

However, the scientific validation for these uses is limited. Some in vitro and animal studies have explored the antiparasitic and anthelmintic activity of Chirata extracts, showing modest efficacy against some worm species. Still, the research is preliminary, often lacking clinical trials in humans or standardized extract dosing. Therefore, while its use for parasites is well rooted in tradition and supported by some early pharmacological studies, the overall scientific evidence remains modest. Use for this indication should be considered with caution pending further research.

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