Evidence supporting the use of: Fumaritory
For the health condition: Parasites (tapeworm)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Fumitory (Fumaria officinalis) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine systems, particularly in Europe and the Middle East, for a variety of conditions, including skin disorders, liver complaints, and as a mild laxative. Some folk traditions have also mentioned its use for intestinal parasites, including tapeworms. However, the evidence for its efficacy against tapeworms is largely anecdotal and based on historical herbal texts rather than rigorous scientific studies. The plant contains a range of alkaloids and other compounds, but none have been definitively shown to possess anthelmintic (anti-parasitic) activity in controlled studies. Modern pharmacological research on fumitory has focused more on its potential effects on bile flow, liver health, and skin conditions rather than its use as an anti-parasitic agent. Therefore, while there is some traditional precedent for its use against tapeworms, the overall evidence is very weak, and there is little to no scientific validation for this application.

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