Clinical Evidence Profile of Oral Chinese Patent Ethnomedicines: Protocol for a Scoping Review and Evidence Map.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chinese patent ethnomedicines (CPEs), a form of traditional Chinese patent medicine, originate from the traditional medicines of ethnic minority groups and are widely used in clinical practice. However, existing evidence to support their application remains unclear. Therefore, to address this gap, this comprehensive scoping review will be performed to provide an overview of the available evidence on CPE preparations.

Objective

This review aims to provide the evidence profile for oral CPEs. This study will elucidate the current state of the evidence with respect to these medicines and identify research gaps. The detailed steps for conducting this review are outlined in this protocol. This review will contribute to a better understanding of CPEs.

Methods

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SUBMITTER: Li M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12810741 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature