Evidence supporting the use of: Achyranthes bidentata
For the health condition: Urination (burning or painful)

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Synopsis

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

Achyranthes bidentata (Niu Xi) is a medicinal herb widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Historically, it is included in prescriptions to "promote urination" and "clear damp-heat," which encompasses symptoms such as burning or painful urination often associated with urinary tract infections or inflammation. In classical TCM texts, Achyranthes bidentata is believed to guide the effects of other herbs downward, benefiting the lower body and treating disorders of the urinary tract and reproductive system.

Modern pharmacological studies have identified anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties in extracts of Achyranthes bidentata, but there is limited direct clinical evidence specifically supporting its use for burning or painful urination in humans. Most of the scientific studies are either in vitro or animal-based, focusing on general anti-inflammatory and renal protection mechanisms rather than explicit urinary symptoms. Thus, while its use for this indication is well-documented in traditional practice, robust scientific validation is lacking, and the evidence primarily comes from historical records and empirical use rather than controlled clinical trials.

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