Omnia SanaHerbal Remedies by Symptom
Infection (general) - Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies
The Omnia Sana plant database documents 82 medicinal plants traditionally used for infection (general). Each is rated by strength of evidence and linked to its full monograph and cited scientific sources.
Also known as: bacterial infection, microbial infection.
Prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI), especially in women
Symptomatic relief of the common cold and acute upper respiratory tract infection (reduces symptom severity and duration)
Urinary antiseptic for mild, uncomplicated lower urinary tract infection / cystitis (short-term)
Antimicrobial (berberine) - supports skin, mucosal and gastrointestinal infections and sore throat; Topical for skin infections and irritation - whole-leaf extract is active in vitro against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Antimicrobial (antibacterial and antifungal via carvacrol and thymol) - supports respiratory and gastrointestinal infections; a small clinical study found emulsified oregano oil cleared enteric parasites (incl. Blastocystis hominis) and improved gut symptoms
Supports resistance to colds and respiratory infection (immune)
From antimicrobial/antibacterial activity of extracts and essential oil.
Antimicrobial, notably anti-staphylococcal (membrane-damaging) and anti-mycobacterial (active against Mycobacterium tuberculosis in vitro); supports respiratory and skin infection
Soothes upper-respiratory catarrh and mild infection (traditional)
Antimicrobial (berberine) - supports skin and mucosal infection
Antimicrobial (thymol and carvacrol) - supports respiratory infection
Soothing demulcent for urinary-tract irritation and mild urinary infections; supports kidney function
Educational information compiled from the Omnia Sana plant database. Not medical advice - always consult a qualified practitioner before using medicinal plants.