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Source of validity: Traditional
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Clerodendrum indicum, commonly known as Turk's Turban or Bharangi, is traditionally used in various systems of folk and Ayurvedic medicine in India and Southeast Asia. Its application in the context of snake bites is primarily rooted in traditional practices rather than supported by rigorous scientific validation. Ethnobotanical surveys and Ayurvedic texts mention the use of Clerodendrum indicum leaves, roots, or extracts for snakebite management, often as part of multi-herb formulations or poultices applied to the bite area. The rationale behind its use may relate to the plant's reported anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant properties, which could theoretically mitigate some symptoms of envenomation such as swelling and pain. However, detailed scientific studies specifically evaluating its efficacy against snake venom are scarce. A few laboratory studies have shown that certain extracts from the plant exhibit general antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities, but direct antivenom effects have not been well-documented or quantified. Thus, while its use is justified by tradition and anecdotal case reports, there is limited empirical evidence from controlled studies to support its effectiveness against snakebites. Modern medical consensus still favors the use of antivenom and supportive care as the primary treatment for snakebite.

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