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

Links: Go back one page, Tool main page, Ingredients list, Health conditions list, Body systems list

Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Cyathula, particularly species like Cyathula prostrata and Cyathula officinalis, has a history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda. In these systems, Cyathula is often included in herbal formulations aimed at treating a variety of inflammatory and skin-related conditions, including rashes and hives. The rationale is generally based on its reputed anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties, which are believed to help "clear heat" and "eliminate toxins" from the body—concepts foundational to TCM theory. However, while its traditional use is documented, there is a lack of robust scientific evidence to specifically validate the efficacy of Cyathula for rashes or hives. Most modern studies on Cyathula focus on its anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, or analgesic properties, usually in the context of pain, arthritis, or general inflammation rather than dermatologic conditions. No high-quality clinical trials or pharmacological studies have directly evaluated its effects on urticaria (hives) or rash in humans. Thus, while Cyathula is traditionally used for skin issues in some cultures, current scientific validation for this specific use is minimal to absent.

More about Cyathula
More about Rashes and Hives

Products containing Cyathula

We currently have no products on Vitabase that contain this ingredient.