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

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Kamala (Mallotus philippensis), also known as "kamala powder" or "red kamala," has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic and Unani medicine for treating intestinal parasites, particularly tapeworms and roundworms. The powdered sporocarps of Kamala are administered as an anthelmintic due to their reputed ability to expel worms from the gastrointestinal tract. The active constituents are mainly flavonoids and phenolic compounds, especially rottlerin, which are believed to have vermifugal (worm-expelling) properties. While numerous ethnobotanical texts and traditional medical treatises describe its use for parasites, scientific validation is limited. Some in vitro and animal studies have indicated potential anthelmintic activity, but robust clinical trials in humans are lacking. As such, Kamala's use for treating parasites is justified primarily by traditional usage rather than strong modern scientific evidence. However, its efficacy and safety profile remain subjects for further research, and it should be used with caution, as high doses have been associated with adverse effects such as gastrointestinal irritation. In summary, Kamala is traditionally used for parasitic infections, but evidence from modern science remains incomplete.

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