Evidence supporting the use of: Abrus
For the health condition: Scabies
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Abrus, most commonly referring to Abrus precatorius (commonly known as jequirity or rosary pea), has been used in traditional medicine in several cultures, including Ayurveda and folk medicinal systems, for the treatment of skin ailments. In some ethnomedical sources, topical preparations made from the leaves or seeds (after detoxification) have been used to address skin conditions such as scabies, due to their reported antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. However, these uses are largely based on traditional practices rather than robust scientific evidence. The primary concern with Abrus precatorius is the presence of abrin, a highly toxic protein, making the use of its seeds particularly dangerous if not properly processed. There are very limited in vitro or animal studies on Abrus extracts showing some antimicrobial activity, but specific scientific validation against the scabies mite (Sarcoptes scabiei) is lacking. No clinical trials have evaluated its efficacy for scabies in humans, and safety concerns further limit its practical application. In summary, the use of Abrus for scabies is justified by traditional medicinal practices, but there is minimal scientific research and no high-quality evidence supporting its efficacy or safety for this condition.
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Other health conditions supported by Abrus
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Abscesses
Acne
Anemia
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bladder Infection
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Cough (general)
Cuts
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Dysentery
Dyspepsia
Eczema
Edema
Eye Infections
Fever
Glands (swollen lymph)
Gonorrhea
Headache (general)
Hemorrhoids
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Inflammation
Injuries
Itching
Jaundice (adults)
Leprosy
Malaria
Menstrual Irregularity
Pain (general remedies for)
Parasites (general)
Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Rashes and Hives
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scabies
Snake Bite
Tuberculosis
Ulcerations (external)
Ulcers
Urinary Tract Infections
Wounds and Sores