Evidence supporting the use of: Himalayan Cedar
For the health condition: Skin (infections)

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Synopsis

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

Himalayan Cedar (Cedrus deodara) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and Unani medicine, for treating various skin conditions, including infections. The wood, oil, and resin are commonly used in topical formulations for their purported antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Traditional Ayurvedic texts describe its use for treating wounds, ulcers, and skin diseases such as eczema and fungal infections. The rationale behind its use is largely based on its bitter taste (tikta rasa), cooling effect (sheeta virya), and reputed ability to cleanse and heal the skin.

Scientifically, there is limited but suggestive evidence supporting the antimicrobial activity of Cedrus deodara extracts. Some in vitro studies have demonstrated that extracts of the wood and essential oil possess moderate antibacterial and antifungal effects against common skin pathogens, including Staphylococcus aureus and Candida species. However, these studies are preliminary, and there is a lack of robust clinical trials evaluating its efficacy and safety in humans for the treatment of skin infections. Thus, while traditional use is well documented and supported by some laboratory findings, high-quality clinical evidence is lacking, so the overall evidence is rated as low to moderate.

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