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

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Indian Rhubarb (Rheum australe or Rheum emodi) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and traditional Tibetan medicine. It has been employed as a purgative and for digestive complaints, including the expulsion of intestinal worms such as tapeworms. The rationale for its use in treating parasites is attributed to its strong laxative (cathartic) properties, which were believed to help "flush out" intestinal worms through increased bowel movements. Historical medical texts and ethnobotanical records document its administration for various helminthic infections, with practitioners sometimes combining it with other antiparasitic herbs. However, scientific validation for its efficacy specifically against tapeworms or other intestinal parasites is lacking. There is limited to no robust clinical research or in vitro studies confirming direct antiparasitic activity against tapeworms for Indian Rhubarb. The evidence rests primarily on traditional usage patterns and anecdotal reports rather than controlled scientific studies. In summary, while Indian Rhubarb has a traditional reputation as a remedy for intestinal parasites, modern evidence supporting this use is weak, and its effects are probably due to its purgative action rather than any direct antiparasitic properties.

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