Evidence supporting the use of: Anamarrhena
For the health condition: Pneumonia

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Synopsis

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

Anemarrhena asphodeloides (commonly called Anemarrhena or "Zhimu" in Traditional Chinese Medicine, TCM) is primarily used based on traditional practice to support or treat conditions like pneumonia. In TCM, Anemarrhena is described as having properties that "clear heat" and "nourish yin," often prescribed for high fever, cough, and respiratory symptoms typically associated with lung infections such as pneumonia.

There is a long historical precedent for its use in China, with its inclusion in classic formulas for clearing lung heat and treating phlegmy coughs. However, modern scientific studies validating its efficacy specifically for pneumonia in humans are limited. Some in vitro and animal studies have identified anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and antimicrobial properties in certain extracts of Anemarrhena, but these findings have not been robustly translated into clinical trials for pneumonia treatment. Systematic reviews and reputable pharmacopoeias generally do not list strong human evidence supporting its use for pneumonia specifically.

Therefore, while Anemarrhena is traditionally used in herbal medicine to support respiratory health and manage symptoms consistent with pneumonia, the evidence is largely anecdotal or based on historical usage rather than modern clinical validation. Its use is justified by tradition, with limited scientific support for its efficacy or safety in the treatment of pneumonia.

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