Evidence supporting the use of: Great Plantain
For the health condition: Colds (with fever)

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Synopsis

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

Great Plantain (Plantago major) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine for treating respiratory conditions, including colds accompanied by fever. Historically, plantain leaves have been prepared as teas, syrups, or poultices in many cultures to soothe mucous membranes, reduce throat irritation, and support recovery from upper respiratory tract infections. The traditional rationale is often based on its demulcent and mild anti-inflammatory properties, which are thought to ease symptoms such as cough and sore throat frequently associated with colds.

From a scientific standpoint, there is some preliminary evidence that Great Plantain contains bioactive compounds such as aucubin, flavonoids, and tannins, which exhibit anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant effects in vitro. However, there is a lack of robust clinical trials directly supporting its effectiveness for treating colds with fever in humans. Most of the supporting data comes from laboratory studies or animal models, not from high-quality human studies. Thus, while traditional use is well documented and some pharmacological actions are plausible, the overall scientific evidence remains limited, and authoritative medical guidelines do not currently recommend Great Plantain for colds with fever.

In summary, the use of Great Plantain for colds with fever is primarily justified by tradition, with only limited scientific support and low-quality evidence for its efficacy in this context.

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