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45 Diseases Researched for Tea Tree
NameACCKFocus
Acne550Locked
Nail Fungus220Locked
Candidiasis211Locked
Dental Plaque211Locked
Fungal Infection211Locked
MRSA211Locked
AIDS110Locked
Gingivitis110Locked
HIV Infections110Locked
HIV: Opportunist Infection. 110Locked
HPV110Locked
Halitosis110Locked
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)110Locked
Molluscum Contagiosum110Locked
Postpartum Problems110Locked
Staphylococcus aureus: Methicillin-resistant (MRSA)110Locked
Steptococcus Mutans Infections110Locked
Warts110Locked
Candida Infection 34Locked
Candidiasis: Vulvovaginal34Locked
Dental Caries12Locked
Fasciitis: Necrotizing12Locked
Melanoma22Locked
Periodontal Diseases22Locked
Pressure Ulcer12Locked
Prostatic Diseases12Locked
Streptococcus infections: Group A 12Locked
Streptococcus pyogenes 12Locked
Bacterial Infections: Resistance/Biofilm Formation11Locked
Breast Cancer11Locked
Candida Albicans11Locked
Candida Glabrata11Locked
Dandruff11Locked
Denture Stomatitis11Locked
Escherichia coli Infections11Locked
HSV-111Locked
HSV-211Locked
Legionnaires' disease11Locked
Malassezia furfur11Locked
Mesothelioma11Locked
Psoriasis11Locked
Seborrheic Dermatitis11Locked
Staphylococcus aureus infection11Locked
Trichophytosis11Locked
Yeast Infection: Vaginal11Locked
11 Pharmacological Actions Researched for Tea Tree
NameACCKFocus
Anti-Bacterial Agents828Locked
Antifungal Agents725Locked
Antimicrobial211Locked
Interleukin-1 alpha downregulation110Locked
Interleukin-8 downregulation110Locked
Anti-Inflammatory Agents23Locked
Anti-Apoptotic12Locked
Anti-Ulcer Agents12Locked
Antioxidants11Locked
Antiproliferative 11Locked
Apoptotic11Locked

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36 Abstracts with Tea Tree Research

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48 children with molluscum contagiosum in 3 groups, one group with a reduction in the number of lesions with treatment of a combination of Melaleuca alternifolia and organically bound iodine.Feb 29, 2012

Pubmed Data : J Drugs Dermatol. 2012 Mar ;11(3):349-54. PMID: 22395586
Article Published Date : Feb 29, 2012
Study Type : Human Study
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Substances : Iodine, Tea Tree
Diseases : Molluscum Contagiosum
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A combination of propolis, tea tree oil, and Aloe vera was better than erythromycin cream in the treatment of acne. Dec 31, 2017

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : Clin Pharmacol. 2018 ;10:175-181. Epub 2018 Dec 13. PMID: 30588129
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2017
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Aloe Vera, Bee Propolis, Tea Tree
Diseases : Acne
Additional Keywords : Superiority of Natural Substances versus Drugs
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Aloe vera and tea tree oil mouthwashes can decrease plaque, gingivitis and S. mutans in the oral cavity in children.May 19, 2019

Pubmed Data : Eur Arch Paediatr Dent. 2019 May 20. Epub 2019 May 20. PMID: 31111439
Article Published Date : May 19, 2019
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Aloe Vera, Tea Tree
Diseases : Dental Plaque, Gingivitis, Steptococcus Mutans Infections
Pharmacological Actions : Antimicrobial
Additional Keywords : Natural Substances Versus Drugs
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Effect of tea tree oil and coconut oil on nipple crack formation in the early postpartum period.Feb 28, 2023

Pubmed Data : Breastfeed Med. 2023 Mar ;18(3):226-232. Epub 2023 Feb 10. PMID: 36763614
Article Published Date : Feb 28, 2023
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Coconut Oil, Tea Tree
Diseases : Postpartum Problems
Therapeutic Actions : Breastfeeding
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Essential oil mouthwash containing tea tree, peppermint and lemon reduce malodour and volatile sulphur compounds in intensive care patients.Apr 01, 2002

Pubmed Data : J Nutr. 2002 Apr;132(4):703-7. PMID: 17380550
Article Published Date : Apr 01, 2002
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Lemon Oil , Peppermint, Tea Tree
Diseases : Halitosis
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Lactobacillus-fermented Chamaecyparis obtusa treatment was rapid and effective for treating acne lesions compared to tea tree oil.Dec 31, 2013

Pubmed Data : Dermatology. 2014 ;229(2):102-9. Epub 2014 Sep 6. PMID: 25228478
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2013
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Fermented Foods and Beverages, Japanese cypress, Tea Tree
Diseases : Acne
Pharmacological Actions : Interleukin-1 alpha downregulation, Interleukin-8 downregulation
Additional Keywords : Phytotherapy
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Tea applied topically as a lotion is efficacious in the treatment of acne vulgaris.Jan 01, 2006

Pubmed Data : Saudi Med J. 2006 Jan;27(1):83-5. PMID: 16432600
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 2006
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Acne
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Bacterial Agents
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Tea tree is an effective therapy for fluconazole-refractory oropharyngeal candidiasis. Sep 01, 2002

Pubmed Data : HIV Clin Trials. 2002 Sep-Oct;3(5):379-85. PMID: 12407487
Article Published Date : Sep 01, 2002
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : AIDS, Candidiasis, Fungal Infection, HIV: Opportunist Infection. , HIV Infections
Pharmacological Actions : Antifungal Agents
Additional Keywords : Superiority of Natural Substances versus Drugs
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Tea tree is as effective as the drug clotrimazole for treating nail fungus. Jun 01, 1994

Pubmed Data : J Fam Pract. 1994 Jun;38(6):601-5. PMID: 8195735
Article Published Date : Jun 01, 1994
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Nail Fungus
Additional Keywords : Natural Substances Versus Drugs
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Tea tree may offer a safe and effective treatment option for common warts due to the human papilloma virus.Nov 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2008 Nov;14(4):225-7. Epub 2008 Jul 11. PMID: 18940708
Article Published Date : Nov 01, 2008
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : HPV, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), Warts
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Tea tree oil ameliorates acne with fewer side effects than the drug benzoyl peroxide.Oct 15, 1990

Pubmed Data : Med J Aust. 1990 Oct 15;153(8):455-8. PMID: 2145499
Article Published Date : Oct 15, 1990
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Acne
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Bacterial Agents
Additional Keywords : Natural Substances Versus Drugs
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Tea tree oil contributes to the successful treatment of toe nail fungus.Apr 01, 1999

Pubmed Data : Trop Med Int Health. 1999 Apr;4(4):284-7. PMID: 10357864
Article Published Date : Apr 01, 1999
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Nail Fungus
Pharmacological Actions : Antifungal Agents
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Tea tree oil products significantly improved mild to moderate acne.Mar 20, 2016

Pubmed Data : Australas J Dermatol. 2016 Mar 21. Epub 2016 Mar 21. PMID: 27000386
Article Published Date : Mar 20, 2016
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Acne
Additional Keywords : Significant Treatment Outcome
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Tea tree topical preparations are superior to standard topical regimen for the clearance of MRSA colonization. Apr 01, 2004

Pubmed Data : J Hosp Infect. 2004 Apr;56(4):283-6. PMID: 15066738
Article Published Date : Apr 01, 2004
Study Type : Human Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : MRSA, Staphylococcus aureus: Methicillin-resistant (MRSA)
Additional Keywords : Superiority of Natural Substances versus Drugs
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A compound found in tea tree oil has significant anti-fungal activity against Candida albicans, and particularly the azole-resistant forms.Nov 03, 2006

Pubmed Data : BMC Infect Dis. 2006 Nov 3;6:158. PMID: 17083732
Article Published Date : Nov 03, 2006
Study Type : Animal Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Candida Infection , Candidiasis: Vulvovaginal
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Natural antibacterial agents like tea tree oil and aloe vera could be effectively used as cavity disinfectants.Jun 30, 2017

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : J Clin Diagn Res. 2017 Jul ;11(7):DC05-DC09. Epub 2017 Jul 1. PMID: 28892888
Article Published Date : Jun 30, 2017
Study Type : Animal Study
Additional Links
Substances : Aloe Vera, Tea Tree
Diseases : Dental Caries
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Bacterial Agents
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Tea tree inhibits group A streptococcal infection associated with necrotizing fasciitis in the mouse model. Mar 01, 2010

Pubmed Data : J Appl Microbiol. 2010 Mar;108(3):936-44. Epub 2009 Jul 20. PMID: 19709334
Article Published Date : Mar 01, 2010
Study Type : Animal Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Fasciitis: Necrotizing, Streptococcus infections: Group A , Streptococcus pyogenes
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Bacterial Agents
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Tea Tree Is effective in the treatment of prostatic absecesses in the cavities of dogs.Nov 01, 2006

Pubmed Data : J Vet Med Sci. 2006 Nov;68(11):1215-7. PMID: 17146183
Article Published Date : Nov 01, 2006
Study Type : Animal Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Prostatic Diseases
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The healing effect of topical tea tree oil on pressure ulcers.Mar 01, 2023

Pubmed Data : J Wound Care. 2023 Mar 2 ;32(Sup3a):xiv-xxi. PMID: 36930536
Article Published Date : Mar 01, 2023
Study Type : Animal Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Pressure Ulcer
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Apoptotic, Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Anti-Ulcer Agents
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Antifungal activity of essential oils against azole-resistant and azole-susceptible vaginal Candida glabrata strains.Sep 30, 2018

Pubmed Data : Can J Microbiol. 2018 Oct ;64(10):647-663. Epub 2018 May 10. PMID: 29746162
Article Published Date : Sep 30, 2018
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Anise, Basil, Bay Laurel, Bergamot, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lavender, Mint, Oregano, Rosemary, Tea Tree
Diseases : Candida Glabrata, Candidiasis: Vulvovaginal
Pharmacological Actions : Antifungal Agents
Additional Keywords : Essential Oils
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Eucalpytus and especially Tea Tree oils are virucidal against Herpes Simplex virus type 1 and 2. Apr 01, 2001

Pubmed Data : Pharmazie. 2001 Apr;56(4):343-7. PMID: 11338678
Article Published Date : Apr 01, 2001
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Eucalyptus, Tea Tree
Diseases : HSV-1, HSV-2
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Individual and synergistic effects of tea tree oil and neem extract on Candida albicans adhesion to denture soft liner.Jul 31, 2022

Article Publish Status : This is a free article. Click here to read the complete article.
Pubmed Data : Cureus. 2022 Aug ;14(8):e27869. Epub 2022 Aug 10. PMID: 36110485
Article Published Date : Jul 31, 2022
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Neem, Tea Tree
Diseases : Candida Albicans, Denture Stomatitis
Pharmacological Actions : Antifungal Agents
Additional Keywords : Natural Substance Synergy
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Melaleuca alternifolia essential oil has been found to have potent anti-inflammatory properties and is believed to be a potential agent against psoriasis be Dec 31, 2011

Pubmed Data : Skin Pharmacol Physiol. 2012 ;25(3):162-3. Epub 2012 Apr 3. PMID: 22473218
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2011
Study Type : Commentary
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Psoriasis
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Inflammatory Agents
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Plant-derived antiseptic oils may represent a promising and affordable topical agent to support surgical treatment against multi-resistant and hospital-acquired infections.May 31, 2013

Pubmed Data : J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2013 Jun ;41(4):321-6. Epub 2012 Nov 29. PMID: 23199627
Article Published Date : May 31, 2013
Study Type : Bacterial
Additional Links
Substances : Lemongrass: Essential Oil, Tea Tree
Diseases : Bacterial Infections: Resistance/Biofilm Formation
Additional Keywords : Natural Substances Versus Chemicals
Problem Substances : Chlorhexidine gluconate
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Rosemary and tea tree essential oils exert antibiofilm activities in vitro against staphylococcus aureus and escherichia coli.Jun 30, 2020

Pubmed Data : J Food Prot. 2020 Jul 1 ;83(7):1261-1267. PMID: 32577759
Article Published Date : Jun 30, 2020
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Rosemary, Tea Tree
Diseases : Escherichia coli Infections, Staphylococcus aureus infection
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Bacterial Agents
Additional Keywords : Bacterial Infections: Resistance/Biofilm Formation
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Some essential oils have better antimicrobial properties than standard oral antiseptics in vitro. Dec 31, 2014

Pubmed Data : Clin Lab. 2015 ;61(1-2):61-8. PMID: 25807639
Article Published Date : Dec 31, 2014
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Eucalyptus, Lemongrass: Essential Oil, Tea Tree
Diseases : Periodontal Diseases
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Bacterial Agents, Antimicrobial
Additional Keywords : Essential Oils, Natural Substances Versus Drugs, Superiority of Natural Substances versus Drugs
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Tea Tree induces apoptosis in melanoma cells - article # 2 Feb 01, 2004

Pubmed Data : J Invest Dermatol. 2004 Feb;122(2):349-60. PMID: 15009716
Article Published Date : Feb 01, 2004
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Melanoma
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Tea tree inhibits vaginal Candida strains, as well as those resistant to the drug fluconazole. Oct 01, 2002

Pubmed Data : J Chemother. 2002 Oct;14(5):465-72. PMID: 12462426
Article Published Date : Oct 01, 2002
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Candida Infection , Candidiasis, Candidiasis: Vulvovaginal, Yeast Infection: Vaginal
Pharmacological Actions : Antifungal Agents
Additional Keywords : Fluconazole Resistance, Superiority of Natural Substances versus Drugs
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Tea tree oil as an alternative topical decolonization agent for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.Nov 01, 2000

Pubmed Data : J Hosp Infect. 2000 Nov;46(3):236-7. PMID: 11073734
Article Published Date : Nov 01, 2000
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : MRSA
Additional Keywords : Drug: Mupirocin, Drug: Triclosan, Superiority of Natural Substances versus Drugs
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Tea tree oil could be active as an anti-Legionella disinfectant. May 01, 2009

Pubmed Data : J Microbiol Methods. 2009 May ;77(2):243-8. Epub 2009 Mar 3. PMID: 19264101
Article Published Date : May 01, 2009
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Legionnaires' disease
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Bacterial Agents
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Tea tree oil has signficant antitumor activity against mesothelioma and melanoma cells lines in a mouse experimental model. Aug 13, 2009

Pubmed Data : Cancer Chemother Pharmacol. 2009 Aug 13. PMID: 19680653
Article Published Date : Aug 13, 2009
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Melanoma, Mesothelioma
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Tea tree oil inhibits the fungi, Malassezia furfur, which is associated with Dandruff and Seborrhoeic dermatitis. Jan 01, 1996

Pubmed Data : Skin Pharmacol. 1996;9(6):388-94. PMID: 9055360
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 1996
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Dandruff, Malassezia furfur, Seborrheic Dermatitis
Pharmacological Actions : Antifungal Agents
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Tea tree oil presents in vitro antitumor activity on breast cancer cells without cytotoxic effects on fibroblasts.Jun 30, 2018

Pubmed Data : Biomed Pharmacother. 2018 Jul ;103:1253-1261. Epub 2018 May 7. PMID: 29864906
Article Published Date : Jun 30, 2018
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Breast Cancer
Pharmacological Actions : Antiproliferative , Apoptotic
Additional Keywords : Selective Cytotoxicity
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Tea Tree, Oregano, and Pelargonium sidoides exhibit synergistic anti-Candida activity with the drug amphotericin B. Aug 01, 2008

Pubmed Data : Phytomedicine. 2008 Aug;15(8):635-8. Epub 2008 Jun 24. PMID: 18579358
Article Published Date : Aug 01, 2008
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Oregano, Pelargonium sidoides, Tea Tree
Diseases : Candida Infection
Additional Keywords : Drug: Amphotericin B, Drug-Plant-Vitamin Synergies
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The vapors from Oregano, Perilla, Tea Tree, Lavender, Clove, and Geranium essential oils have antifungal activity against Trichophyton mentagrophytes. Dec 01, 2006

Pubmed Data : J Infect Chemother. 2006 Dec;12(6):349-54. Epub 2007 Jan 18. PMID: 17235639
Article Published Date : Dec 01, 2006
Study Type : In Vitro Study
Additional Links
Substances : Clove, Geranium, Lavender, Oregano, Perilla , Tea Tree
Diseases : Fungal Infection, Trichophytosis
Pharmacological Actions : Antifungal Agents
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This systematic review suggests that the M. alternifolia has potential anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.Jan 31, 2018

Pubmed Data : Phytother Res. 2018 Feb ;32(2):230-242. Epub 2017 Dec 12. PMID: 29235165
Article Published Date : Jan 31, 2018
Study Type : Review
Additional Links
Substances : Tea Tree
Diseases : Dental Plaque, Periodontal Diseases
Pharmacological Actions : Anti-Bacterial Agents, Antioxidants

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