Evidence supporting the use of: Agrimony
For the health condition: Rashes and Hives

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Synopsis

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

Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, especially in Europe and parts of Asia. Historically, it was used topically and internally for a variety of skin conditions, including rashes, hives, and minor wounds. The herb contains tannins, flavonoids, and other polyphenols, which are thought to have astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. In folk medicine, preparations made from the leaves or flowering tops were applied to the skin to soothe irritation and promote healing.

However, scientific evidence supporting agrimony’s efficacy for treating rashes and hives is limited. Modern clinical trials are lacking, and most of the supporting data come from in vitro or animal studies demonstrating general anti-inflammatory or antimicrobial activity. The astringent property, mainly due to tannins, may help to reduce mild skin irritation, but there is no robust clinical evidence that agrimony can effectively treat allergic skin reactions such as hives (urticaria) or more severe rashes.

In summary, the use of agrimony for rashes and hives is primarily justified by traditional applications, with limited scientific validation and low-quality evidence. It is still occasionally found in herbal skin preparations, but users should be cautious and not rely on it as a primary treatment for serious or persistent dermatological conditions.

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