Evidence supporting the use of: DIVI-DIVI
For the health condition: Ear Infection or Earache

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Divi-divi (Caesalpinia coriaria) is a leguminous tree native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. Its pods and other parts are used in folk medicine in various cultures, primarily for their astringent properties due to high tannin content. Traditional uses of divi-divi include remedies for diarrhea, skin conditions, and as a topical agent for wounds. There are anecdotal reports and some ethnobotanical records suggesting that infusions or preparations of divi-divi have been used in some communities to alleviate earaches or minor ear infections, likely based on its perceived antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects. However, there is a significant lack of modern clinical studies or laboratory research specifically investigating the efficacy or safety of divi-divi for treating ear infections or earaches. No scientific validation supports its use for this particular condition, and the evidence is limited to traditional practices with little or no documentation. Therefore, while divi-divi may be used in traditional medicine for ear-related complaints, the supporting evidence is weak, and modern medical guidance does not recognize it as a treatment for ear infections or earaches.

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