Evidence supporting the use of: Common Plantain
For the health condition: Canker Sores

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Synopsis

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

Common Plantain (Plantago major) has a long history of use in folk and traditional medicine for treating various oral and skin conditions, including canker sores (aphthous ulcers). Traditional European, Native American, and Asian herbal practices have recommended plantain leaves as a poultice or mouth rinse to soothe oral inflammations and promote healing. The historic rationale is based on the plant’s reputed anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties. Plantain leaves contain bioactive compounds such as aucubin, allantoin, and various flavonoids, which are believed to contribute to these effects.

However, the scientific evidence directly supporting the use of common plantain for canker sores is limited. Most available research focuses on in vitro or animal studies, or examines plantain’s general wound-healing and anti-inflammatory effects rather than its specific benefits for oral ulcers in humans. One small clinical study and several anecdotal reports suggest potential benefits, but robust, large-scale human trials are lacking. Therefore, the use of common plantain for canker sores is primarily justified by traditional use, with only preliminary scientific support for its general properties that might be helpful for oral ulcers.

In summary, while there is a strong tradition of using common plantain for canker sores, scientific validation remains limited, and the evidence should be considered preliminary and rated as low to moderate (2/5).

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