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2001
Efficacy of naturopathic extracts in the management of ear pain associated with acute otitis media
Sarrell EM, Cohen HA, Kahan E
Published in Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine
Key Findings
A herbal ear drop containing mullein (Verbascum) flower extract relieved ear pain as effectively as anaesthetic drops in children with acute otitis media.
Conclusions
Topical mullein-containing drops help ear pain symptomatically.
Limitations
Multi-herb product, symptom endpoint only.
Supplements Studied
Mullein
Herb
Herbal ear drops containing mullein flower extract relieved ear pain as effectively as anaesthetic drops.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2001
Sample Size:103
Duration:1 weeks
Quality Score:5/10
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