Evidence supporting the use of: Pleurisy
For the health condition: Cough (spastic)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Pleurisy Root (Asclepias tuberosa) and its Use for Spastic Cough

Pleurisy root, also known as Asclepias tuberosa, has a longstanding history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly among Native American tribes and early American herbalists. It was commonly used to treat respiratory ailments, including coughs, bronchitis, and pleurisy (inflammation of the tissues lining the lungs and chest cavity). The root was believed to possess expectorant and antispasmodic properties, which may help soothe coughs, especially those that are dry or spasmodic in nature.

Despite its traditional use, there is limited scientific research to substantiate these effects. Most of the available evidence comes from ethnobotanical records, historical texts, and anecdotal reports rather than clinical trials or pharmacological studies. Some phytochemical analyses indicate that pleurisy root contains compounds with potential anti-inflammatory and mild expectorant actions, but these findings have not been thoroughly investigated in human studies.

In summary, pleurisy root’s use for spastic cough is primarily rooted in traditional herbal practice, with very limited modern scientific validation. As such, it may be considered by practitioners of traditional herbal medicine, but it should be used with caution and not as a substitute for evidence-based medical treatments.

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