Evidence supporting the use of: Spilanthes
For the health condition: Staph Infections

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Synopsis

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

Spilanthes (Spilanthes acmella), also known as the "toothache plant," has a long history of traditional use in various cultures, especially in South America, Africa, and Asia. It has been used for oral health, pain relief, and as an antimicrobial agent. Traditional healers have sometimes employed Spilanthes for skin infections and wound healing, which could include infections caused by Staphylococcus species, though the historical records are general and rarely specify "Staph" infections by name. Some in vitro studies indicate that extracts from Spilanthes acmella possess antimicrobial properties, including modest activity against Staphylococcus aureus. However, these findings are preliminary, and there is a lack of robust clinical data or controlled human studies directly evaluating its efficacy in treating or supporting recovery from Staph infections. The available evidence mainly comes from laboratory settings, which may not translate into effective or safe clinical use. In summary, Spilanthes is used for Staph infections primarily based on traditional knowledge and anecdotal reports rather than strong scientific validation. The scientific evidence supporting this use is limited and rated low (2/5), as existing studies are insufficient to recommend it as a reliable treatment for Staph infections.

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