Evidence supporting the use of: Albizia (unspecified)
For the health condition: Skin (infections)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Albizia species, particularly Albizia lebbeck and Albizia julibrissin, have a history of traditional use in various cultures for the treatment of skin infections and disorders. In Ayurvedic and traditional medicine systems of India and Southeast Asia, preparations from the bark, leaves, or seeds of Albizia have been applied topically or used in decoctions to address conditions like boils, abscesses, and other minor skin infections. The rationale for their use is often based on their purported anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties as described in ethnobotanical records and classical herbal texts. Some in vitro studies have demonstrated that extracts from Albizia bark and leaves possess antibacterial activity against common skin pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus species. However, these findings are limited to laboratory settings, and there is a lack of robust clinical evidence or controlled human studies validating their effectiveness in treating skin infections. The majority of evidence remains anecdotal or derived from traditional sources rather than rigorous scientific testing. Therefore, while Albizia is traditionally used for skin infections, and there is some preliminary laboratory evidence supporting antimicrobial effects, its clinical efficacy and safety for this purpose have not been conclusively established.

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