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

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Synopsis

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

Euphorbia pekinensis, known as "Jing Da Ji" in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has a long history of use as a purgative and for the treatment of various parasitic infections, particularly intestinal parasites such as roundworms and pinworms. Historical materia medica texts, such as the "Shennong Bencao Jing" and later compendia, describe its use for "expelling water and evil qi," which is interpreted in modern times as strong cathartic and anthelmintic (anti-parasitic) action. The root contains diterpenoid compounds that are known to have irritant and toxic effects, which may contribute to expelling intestinal parasites by inducing diarrhea and purgation. However, the use of Euphorbia pekinensis is associated with significant toxicity, and improper dosing can cause severe gastrointestinal symptoms and even poisoning. There is limited modern scientific research directly validating its efficacy against parasites, but some phytochemical studies have confirmed the presence of compounds with potential anthelmintic activity. Nonetheless, due to the lack of robust clinical trials and concerns about toxicity, its therapeutic use is largely based on traditional practices rather than modern evidence. As such, while there is a historical basis for using Euphorbia pekinensis for general parasites, caution is warranted, and it is not widely recommended in contemporary clinical practice outside of traditional systems.

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