Evidence supporting the use of: Chamomile (Matricaria recutita)
For the health condition: Ear Infection or Earache

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine for various ailments, including mild ear discomfort and earaches. Folk remedies in several cultures have recommended chamomile extracts, infusions, or oils—sometimes warmed and applied externally or used as a component of ear drops—for their soothing, anti-inflammatory, and mild analgesic effects. Traditional herbalists have valued chamomile for its reputed ability to calm irritation, reduce swelling, and combat infection, though its primary uses have been more focused on digestive and anxiety-related complaints.

However, scientific validation for the use of chamomile specifically in the treatment of ear infections (otitis media or externa) or earache is very limited. There are no high-quality clinical trials or robust scientific studies directly supporting chamomile as an effective treatment for ear infections. A few commercial herbal ear drop preparations may include chamomile as one of several ingredients, but evidence for their efficacy is mainly anecdotal or based on small, poorly controlled studies. Any observed benefits may be due to the general anti-inflammatory properties of chamomile, but these have not been rigorously tested in the context of ear health.

In summary, chamomile’s use for ear infections or earaches is supported primarily by traditional practices rather than scientific research, and the overall quality of evidence is weak.

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