Clove
Syzygium aromaticum
Tradition of Use: Southeast Asian, TCM, Ayurveda, Western
Mechanism of Action
Analgesic (eugenol), strong antimicrobial, antifungal, antioxidant, anesthetic
Key Conditions & Uses
Preparation
Topical (diluted), dental application (neat or diluted), aromatherapy, internal (spice form)
Dosage
1 drop on tooth for pain; highly diluted for topical (1-2%); spice in food
Active Compounds
Eugenol, eugenyl acetate, beta-caryophyllene
Interactions
May interact with anticoagulants; very strong, can irritate; skin sensitization
Contraindications
Pregnancy; bleeding disorders; surgery; liver disease (high doses); undiluted topical
Evidence Level & Clinical Notes
Evidence Level:
Moderate - eugenol well-studied analgesic and antimicrobial
Clinical Notes:
Very strong and hot; excellent for toothache; antimicrobial; must dilute; can damage tissues undiluted
Traditional Chinese Medicine Context
Ding Xiang
Kills parasite eggs and prevents reinfestation
Ding Xiang
Kills parasite eggs to prevent reinfestation
Quick Overview
Key Points
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