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Source of validity: Traditional
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Pulsatilla, derived from the plant Pulsatilla pratensis or Pulsatilla vulgaris, has been used in traditional homeopathic and herbal medicine, particularly in Europe, to address a variety of ailments including ear infections (otitis media) and earaches. In homeopathy, Pulsatilla is generally prescribed for earaches that are accompanied by mild, weepy, and clingy emotional states, as well as symptoms that improve with fresh air and worsen in warmth. However, the rationale for its use is rooted almost entirely in traditional practice and homeopathic materia medica rather than in robust scientific studies.

There is a paucity of scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Pulsatilla for ear infections or earaches. No substantial clinical trials or systematic reviews exist to validate its effectiveness for this specific condition. The homeopathic preparations, which are highly diluted, have not demonstrated efficacy superior to placebo in rigorous studies. As such, while Pulsatilla continues to be popular in traditional and homeopathic circles, the evidence supporting its use is minimal and primarily anecdotal or based on case reports rather than scientific validation.

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