Evidence supporting the use of: Agrimony
For the health condition: Ulcerations (external)

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Synopsis

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

Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, especially in Europe, for the treatment and support of external ulcerations, wounds, and skin irritations. Historical records from herbalists such as Dioscorides and Culpeper describe its application as a topical wash or poultice for ulcers and sores, attributing its efficacy to its astringent properties. The astringency is due to the presence of tannins, which are known to help contract tissues and reduce secretions, potentially aiding in wound healing and the reduction of inflammation and bleeding.

While there is a substantial body of traditional use, modern scientific studies specifically investigating the topical use of agrimony for ulcerations are limited. Some laboratory studies confirm that agrimony extracts have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, which could theoretically benefit ulcer healing, but direct clinical evidence in humans is lacking. The evidence rating is therefore a 2: it is supported by long-standing traditional use and plausible phytochemistry, but not by robust clinical trials or extensive modern research.

Overall, agrimony's use for external ulcerations is justified primarily by its tradition in herbal medicine and its known astringent components, rather than by contemporary scientific validation.

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