Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Inula racemosa has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic and Unani medicine, primarily for respiratory ailments such as cough, asthma, and bronchitis. Its roots are considered to have expectorant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. In the context of sinus infections (sinusitis), these actions are believed to help clear mucus, reduce inflammation of the mucous membranes, and combat secondary infections, which aligns with traditional uses for upper respiratory congestion. However, while these uses are well-documented in ethnobotanical and Ayurvedic texts, direct scientific studies on Inula racemosa specifically for sinus infections are limited. Some preclinical studies indicate that extracts of the plant possess general anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, which could theoretically benefit sinusitis, but clinical trials in humans are lacking. Thus, its use for sinus infections is justified mainly by traditional practice and pharmacological plausibility based on related research, rather than robust scientific validation for this specific indication.

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