Evidence supporting the use of: Premna
For the health condition: Sore Throat

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Synopsis

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

Premna species, particularly Premna serratifolia, have a long history of use in traditional medicine systems across Asia, including Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Southeast Asian folk remedies. One common use in these systems is for the relief of sore throat and other throat-related ailments. The leaves, roots, and bark are often prepared as decoctions, infusions, or pastes applied locally or consumed orally to help alleviate inflammation and discomfort in the throat.

Ethnobotanical records and traditional pharmacopeias frequently cite Premna as an ingredient in formulations intended to soothe the throat, reduce swelling, and treat mild infections. This use is largely attributed to its purported anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and demulcent properties as recognized in folk medicine. However, scientific studies directly evaluating Premna’s efficacy for sore throat are sparse. Some in vitro research indicates that extracts of Premna possess antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity, but these studies are not specifically targeted at sore throat pathogens or clinical symptoms. Thus, the primary justification for using Premna in sore throat remedies rests on its traditional use, with limited preliminary scientific support, but lacking robust clinical validation.

In summary, Premna is traditionally used to support sore throat relief, with a moderate historical evidence base but only early-stage scientific indications for its efficacy in this context.

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