Evidence supporting the use of: Antirrhinum majus
For the health condition: Scratches and Abrasions

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Antirrhinum majus (commonly known as snapdragon) has a history of traditional use in folk medicine, particularly in Europe, for a variety of minor skin ailments, including scratches and abrasions. Traditionally, snapdragon leaves and flowers were prepared as poultices or infusions and applied topically to the skin to soothe inflammation, accelerate healing, and reduce discomfort from minor wounds. However, while these uses are recorded in ethnobotanical literature, there is little to no scientific evidence from controlled clinical studies to substantiate the efficacy of Antirrhinum majus for treating scratches and abrasions. The plant is known to contain various phytochemicals such as flavonoids and iridoid glycosides, which may have mild anti-inflammatory or antimicrobial properties, but their effects in the context of wound healing have not been rigorously assessed. Therefore, its use for this condition is primarily supported by traditional practice rather than scientific validation, and the evidence is limited to anecdotal or historical reports rather than robust research.

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