Spilanthes Toothache vs Origanum Minutiflorum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Spilanthes Toothache

Acmella oleracea

Antimicrobial

Origanum Minutiflorum

Origanum minutiflorum

Antimicrobial

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Spilanthes Toothache

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Origanum Minutiflorum

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Creates a remarkable electric tingling and numbing sensation; used worldwide for toothache and as an immune stimulant comparable to echinacea.

Wild oregano species endemic to Turkey used in traditional Anatolian medicine for respiratory infections, digestive disorders, and antifungal conditions.

Active Compounds

Spilanthol, N-alkylamides, Polyacetylenes, Flavonoids

carvacrol, thymol, gamma-terpinene, flavonoids, rosmarinic acid

Traditional Uses

Toothache pain relief, Immune stimulation in Amazonian medicine, Saliva stimulation

respiratory infections, antifungal, digestive disorders, antimicrobial, inflammation

Modern Uses

Local analgesic for dental pain, Immune modulator, Anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

1-3ml tincture or chew 1-2 fresh flower heads

3–5g dried herb as tea or essential oil 3–5 drops in carrier

Contraindications

Avoid with immunosuppressants

pregnancy high doses, allergy to Lamiaceae

Side Effects

Intense tingling (expected), Salivation, Mild allergic reactions

skin irritation from oil, mild digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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