Evidence supporting the use of: Belladonna
For the health condition: Canker Sores

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Belladonna (Atropa belladonna), also known as deadly nightshade, has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, including in homeopathic and folk remedies for various conditions involving pain and inflammation. Its use for canker sores (aphthous ulcers) is primarily rooted in traditional and homeopathic practices rather than in scientific validation. Historically, belladonna was believed to help reduce pain and inflammation due to its anticholinergic and analgesic properties, which come from alkaloids like atropine and scopolamine. These compounds can decrease secretions and may theoretically reduce discomfort, but they are also highly toxic and carry significant risks. There is little to no scientific evidence supporting the use of belladonna for canker sores. No clinical trials or robust pharmacological studies have demonstrated its efficacy for this specific condition. Most references to its use are found in homeopathic materia medica, where extremely diluted preparations are claimed to relieve the pain and swelling of mouth ulcers, but these claims lack scientific backing. In summary, belladonna’s use for canker sores is based almost entirely on traditional and homeopathic sources, with very weak evidence for its safety or effectiveness in this context.

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