Evidence supporting the use of: Aconite
For the health condition: Congestion (sinus)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Aconite (Aconitum napellus), also known as monkshood or wolfsbane, has a long history of use in traditional herbal and homeopathic medicine, particularly in Europe and Asia. In these traditions, aconite has been used as a remedy for symptoms associated with the onset of colds, fevers, and certain types of congestion, including sinus congestion. The rationale for its use is largely based on observations and anecdotal evidence rather than scientific validation. In homeopathy, extremely diluted preparations of aconite are sometimes recommended for acute, sudden onset symptoms, such as those seen in the early stages of a cold or sinus congestion. However, modern clinical research has not substantiated these uses, and there are no robust clinical trials demonstrating efficacy for sinus congestion. Furthermore, aconite contains potent alkaloids that are highly toxic, and its use in herbal form is generally discouraged due to safety concerns. In summary, the use of aconite for sinus congestion is primarily supported by traditional and homeopathic practices, with little to no scientific evidence from controlled studies to validate its effectiveness.
Other ingredients used for Congestion (sinus)
allspicealoe vera
alpha-pinene
basil
benegut perilla (proprietary)
beta-pinene
betel
black currant
black pepper
Indian frankincense
bupleurum falcatum
bасора
capsaicinoids
chamomile
chen pi
clove
Coptis chinensis
turmeric
echinacea purpurea
elderberry
fennel
forsythia
garlic bulb
ginger
onion
green tea
horseradish
licorice root
lovage
mint
mustard seed
spruce
oregano
peppermint oil
perilla
pomegranate
quercetin
rosemary
sage
shiitake mushroom
spearmint leaf
sphaeranthus indicus
thyme
vitamin C
wasabia japonica
boneset
hyssop
cardamom
atractylodes
mugwort
malabar nut
alpinia galangal
ferula assafoetida
inula racemosa
anise
blackboard tree
lemongrass
yerba santa
coltsfoot
chrysanthemum
juniper berries
sweet flag
oriental arborvitae
trichosanthes
zanthoxylum
eucalyptus
menthol oil
horehound
Sichuan pepper
cayenne pepper
sea salt
Agastache
Alpha-terpineol
Allicin
Asarum heterotropoides
Aconite
Asafoetida
Andrographolide
Adrenergic amines
Asteracea
allyl isothiocyanate
Allium tuberosum
Amor seco
Arisaema
Asarum sieboldii
Alantolactone
Atractylone
Black Seed
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bicarbonate
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Bayleaf
Bitter Grass
Bougainvillea
Bee hive
Bioflavonoids
black salt
Bee products
Buddha's Hand
Borage
Balloon Flower
Belamcanda
Borneol
Camellia sinensis
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Coriander
Citrus
Cineole
Cajuput
Chinese Raisintree
Carvone
Cistus
Calamus
Cinnamaldehyde
Carthamus
Chondrus
Dragonhead
Ephedra
European Elder
English Horsemint
Echinacea
Elder
Ephedrine
Eugenol
Galangal
Ivy
Mustard
Sandalwood
Vervain
Other health conditions supported by Aconite
AnginaAnxiety
Anxiety Disorders
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bell's Palsy
Bites and Stings
Boils
Bronchitis
Burns and Scalds
Chest Pain
Chills
Cholera
Colds (general)
Colds (with fever)
Congestion
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Conjunctivitis
Cough (dry)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Diphtheria
Emotional Sensitivity
Epilepsy
Fever
Gout
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Heart (weakness)
Heart Fibrillation or Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hiccups
Hot Flashes
Inflammation
Injuries
Neuralgia and Neuritis
Pain (general remedies for)
Pleurisy
Pneumonia
Shock