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Source of validity: Traditional
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Indian frankincense (Boswellia serrata) has been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for centuries, primarily for its anti-inflammatory properties and its application in conditions such as arthritis, asthma, and other inflammatory disorders. The use of Indian frankincense for supporting or treating cough, specifically spastic (or spasmodic) cough, is rooted in traditional practice rather than robust scientific evidence. In ancient Ayurvedic texts, Boswellia resin was sometimes included in formulations intended to soothe respiratory tract irritation, ease breathing, and reduce cough reflexes, likely due to its reputed anti-inflammatory and soothing effects on mucous membranes. However, while there is some historical and anecdotal basis for its use in cough relief, there are very limited clinical studies directly evaluating its efficacy for spastic cough specifically. Most modern research on Boswellia focuses on its effects in chronic inflammatory diseases rather than acute respiratory symptoms such as cough. Thus, the evidence is largely traditional, and the strength of that evidence is modest due to the lack of rigorous modern trials targeting this specific indication. If Boswellia is used today for cough, it is generally as part of a broader herbal formula rather than as a primary or standalone remedy.

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