Evidence supporting the use of: Sanguisorba
For the health condition: Canker Sores
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Sanguisorba, particularly Sanguisorba officinalis (commonly known as great burnet), has a long history of use in traditional Chinese and European herbal medicine. In the context of canker sores (aphthous ulcers), its use is primarily based on traditional applications rather than robust scientific validation. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Sanguisorba is known as "Di Yu" and is regarded for its cooling, astringent, and hemostatic properties. It has been used in TCM formulations to treat bleeding and inflammatory conditions of the mouth, including canker sores and gum disease. The rationale for its use is its purported ability to reduce inflammation, promote healing, and control minor bleeding. While there are some laboratory studies suggesting that Sanguisorba extracts possess anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, there have been no high-quality clinical trials directly evaluating its effectiveness for canker sores in humans. Most available evidence consists of case reports, historical texts, and small observational studies, particularly from East Asian sources. Therefore, while Sanguisorba is traditionally used for this purpose, current scientific evidence supporting its efficacy is limited. The evidence rating of 2 reflects weak clinical data but consistent traditional use.
Other ingredients used for Canker Sores
aloe verabamboo
basil
myrobalan
betel
bisabolol
blackberry
bасора
chamomile
clove
coating
coconut milk
Coptis chinensis
curcumin
dog rose
folate
ginger
horseradish
lactobacillus reuteri
lactobacillus salivarius
lactoperoxidase
lemon
licorice root
magnesium
milk
mustard seed
spruce
omega-3 fatty acids
oregano
oregon grape
parsley
peppermint oil
pineapple
plantain
rhizome
sage
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
slippery elm bark
sphaeranthus indicus
thyme
triphala
vitamin B12
vitamin C
zinc
yellow root
squawvine
chickweed
typhonium
xanthium (cockleburs)
papaya
neem tree
nut grass
clerodendrum indicum
ferula assafoetida
commiphora
blackboard tree
boxthorne
buckthorn
lemongrass
myrrh
siler root
hyacinth bean
morinda
oriental arborvitae
trichosanthes
zanthoxylum
sheep's sorrel
eucalyptus
menthol oil
aster root
paw paw
herbal blend (proprietary)
indigo leaves
Ash
Avens
Agastache
Ardisia
acacia
Agrimony
Achyranthes
Anamu
American Liverleaf
Agrimonia pilosa
Asteracea
Acemannan
Amor seco
Arisaema
Bee Propolis
Bermuda Grass
Blue Flag
Bai Ji
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Blackthorn
Bicarbonate
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Bayleaf
Black galingale
Barleria
Bitter Grass
Bloodroot
Banyan
Bee products
Black Nightshade
Bombax
Borassus aethiopum
Bacteria
Bassia scoparia
Borneol
Coconut
Curry leaf
Calendula
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Chlorophyllin
Carvacrol
Capillary Artemisia
Citron
Capsaicin
Cajuput
Chinese Raisintree
Cowherb
Centipeda
Cistus
Corktree
Collinsonia
Copaiba Oil
Celosia
Chrysophanics
Dianthus
DIVI-DIVI
Dragonhead
David's Milkberry
European Elder
Eupolyphaga sinensis
Eclipta
Essential Oil Blend
Euphorbia
European-Five Finger Grass
Embelia
Eugenol
Fang-Feng
Galangal
Little ironweed
Mustard
Mallow
Oak
Rose
Snakeroot (unspecified)
Sandalwood
Sumac
Other health conditions supported by Sanguisorba
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Abscesses
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Bleeding (external)
Blood Clots (prevention of)
Blood Poisoning
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Canker Sores
Cuts
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dysentery
Edema
Eye Infections
Glands (swollen lymph)
Gonorrhea
Gout
Hemorrhoids
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Infection (viral)
Inflammation
Injuries
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itching
Kidney Infection
Lymph Nodes or Glands (swollen)
Mastitis
Menstrual Irregularity
Pain (general remedies for)
Phlebitis
Prostatitis
Psoriasis
Rashes and Hives