Evidence supporting the use of: Arisaema erubescens
For the health condition: Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Arisaema erubescens, commonly known as cobra lily, has been used in traditional medicine systems, particularly in regions of the Himalayas and Nepal, for a variety of ailments, including as an anthelmintic (agent to expel parasitic worms). Ethnobotanical surveys and traditional healing practices have documented its use to treat intestinal parasites and nematode infections. However, the evidence supporting this use is largely anecdotal or based on oral traditions, with few, if any, rigorous clinical studies or pharmacological investigations directly validating its efficacy against nematodes or worms. The plant contains bioactive compounds, such as alkaloids and lectins, which are speculated to contribute to its medicinal properties, but their specific anthelmintic activity in controlled settings remains unconfirmed.
There is limited in vitro or in vivo scientific data available in the published literature regarding the anti-parasitic activity of Arisaema erubescens. Most references to its use for parasites are found in ethnobotanical records rather than peer-reviewed biomedical research. Therefore, while its use is supported by tradition, the evidence base is weak (rated 1/5), and more research would be required to establish efficacy or safety for this indication.
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Other health conditions supported by Arisaema erubescens
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Afterbirth Pain
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Appendicitis
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Carbuncles
Chest Pain
Cramps and Spasms
Cuts
Debility
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Eczema
Edema
Epilepsy
Eye Infections
Eye Problems
Eyes (red or itching)
Fever
Gangrene
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Goiter
Gout
Halitosis
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Injuries
Itching
Menstrual Irregularity
Nausea and Vomiting
Pain (general remedies for)
Parasites (general)
Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Phlebitis
Rashes and Hives
Snake Bite
Sore Throat