Evidence supporting the use of: Goldthread (unspecified)
For the health condition: Ear Infection or Earache

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Goldthread refers to plants in the genus Coptis, particularly Coptis chinensis, which have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine primarily for their antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. In Eastern herbal traditions, goldthread (often called Huang Lian) is used to "clear heat" and "dry dampness," which are concepts loosely interpreted as addressing infections or inflammatory conditions. Some historical records and traditional materia medica suggest that goldthread preparations have been applied for conditions involving ear pain or infection, usually in combination with other herbs as part of complex formulations rather than as a standalone remedy.

However, there is little direct scientific evidence or clinical research specifically validating the use of goldthread for treating ear infections or earache. Most available studies focus on its active constituent, berberine, and its general antimicrobial activity in vitro or for gastrointestinal conditions. No high-quality clinical trials have evaluated its efficacy for otitis media or other ear conditions in humans. Therefore, its use for ear infection or earache is primarily justified by traditional practice, and not by robust modern scientific investigation.

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