Evidence supporting the use of: Greater Celandine
For the health condition: Canker Sores

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Synopsis

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

Greater Celandine (Chelidonium majus) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine for various skin and mucosal conditions, including canker sores (aphthous ulcers). In European folk medicine, the fresh yellow-orange latex from the stem is sometimes applied directly to minor wounds, warts, and mouth ulcers, stemming from the plant’s reputation as a topical remedy for skin and mucous membrane disorders. The rationale behind this traditional use is likely due to Greater Celandine’s known antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties, as observed in laboratory studies of its alkaloids (such as chelidonine and sanguinarine). However, direct evidence from modern clinical trials evaluating the efficacy and safety of Greater Celandine specifically for canker sores is lacking. Most of the available literature consists of historical use and in vitro studies demonstrating antimicrobial activity, rather than rigorous clinical evaluations. Therefore, while there is a basis for its use in folk medicine and some pharmacological plausibility, the overall evidence remains weak and primarily anecdotal. Caution is also warranted due to potential toxicity and irritation, especially with internal use. In summary, Greater Celandine’s use for canker sores is supported by tradition and some pharmacological rationale, but not by robust clinical evidence.

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