Evidence supporting the use of: Marjoram
For the health condition: Ear Infection or Earache
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Marjoram (Origanum majorana) has traditionally been used in herbal medicine for various ailments, including respiratory and ear-related complaints. In folk remedies, marjoram oil or poultices have sometimes been applied externally around the ear to alleviate earaches, based on its reputed anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. However, there is minimal direct historical documentation specifically linking marjoram to the treatment of ear infections or earaches compared to other herbs like garlic or mullein. Furthermore, there is a lack of scientific studies or clinical trials evaluating the efficacy or safety of marjoram for ear infections or earaches. The traditional use appears to be based on its general reputation as a soothing and antimicrobial herb rather than condition-specific evidence. Therefore, while some herbal traditions may mention marjoram in the context of ear discomfort, robust historical or scientific support for its use in treating ear infections or earaches is lacking. It is not considered a primary or well-established remedy for this condition in either traditional or modern herbal practice.
Other ingredients used for Ear Infection or Earache
myrobalanbetel
blackberry
chamomile
Coptis chinensis
forsythia
garlic bulb
ginger
goldenseal
onion
Indian tinospora
mustard seed
oregano
plantain
rosemary
schizonepeta
sphaeranthus indicus
thyme
xylitol
mullein
xanthium (cockleburs)
gastrodia
papaya
Indian bael
neem tree
nut grass
alpinia galangal
clerodendrum indicum
ferula assafoetida
hedychium spicatum
anise
blackboard tree
caesalpinia crista
myrrh
sweet flag
sweetgums
morinda
zanthoxylum
eucalyptus
paw paw
melaleuca alternifolia
indigo leaves
geranium
Achyranthes
Anamu
Alchornea
Asafoetida
Aerva lanata
Alsonia scholaris
Asteracea
Abuta
Amor seco
Blepharis
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Butea monosperma
Barleria
Bitter Grass
Bombax
Bergenia
Borneol
Coconut
Calendula
Cinnamomum
Calotropis gigantea
Cajuput
Centipeda
Calamus
Costus
Celosia
Didymocarpus
DIVI-DIVI
Devil's Club
Erodium cicutarium
Elephant's Head
Euphorbia
Eugenol
Goldthread
Garlic
Little ironweed
Mallow
Poppy
Vervain
Other health conditions supported by Marjoram
Abdominal PainAcid Indigestion
Anxiety
Appetite (deficient)
Asthma
Backache
Belching
Canker Sores
Colds (general)
Congestion (sinus)
Cough (general)
Cramps and Spasms
Cuts
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Ear Infection or Earache
Fatigue
Fever
Gastritis
Headache (general)
Indigestion
Inflammation
Insomnia
Menstrual Irregularity
Nausea and Vomiting
Pain (general remedies for)
Sinus Infection
Skin (infections)
Sore Throat
Stress
Ulcers
Wounds and Sores