Action: Relieves coughs and irritation
of the respiratory tract through the herbs’ soothing, antispasmodic,
anti- inflammatory and expectorant actions.
Uses: Indicated in coughs associated with respiratory
congestion of colds, flu, bronchitis and other pulmonary and bronchial
affections.
Dose: Adults: Two to five times per
day, take 20 to 40 drops in a little water. Children:
Two to five times per day, take 5 to 15 drops in a little water. To
make a cough syrup, mix drops into a spoonful of honey, maple syrup
or malt syrup.
Adjunct Therapy: Wild
Cherry • Petasites Compound is a general broad-spectrum formula
designed to treat many types of coughs. However, the addition of certain
other herbs to this compound can custom tailor it to fit a specific
type of cough and thereby enhance the effectiveness of the treatment.
If indicated, add one or two of the herbal extracts listed below to
each dose of the compound: Sundew Extract (30 to 40 drops): dry, spasmodic
or explosive coughs such as in whooping cough or measles; tickling coughs.
Elecampane
Extract (30 to 40 drops): chronic coughs with persistent, teasing
character and profuse expectoration; excellent for pulmonary infections.
Moderate use during pregnancy or nursing.
Yerba Santa Extract (30 to 40 drops): chronic coughs with free secretions,
especially in bronchitis and bronchorrhea.
Grindelia
Extract (30 to 40 drops): harsh, dry, unproductive coughs, especially
with pectoral soreness or rawness; specific in subacute or chronic bronchitis,
especially in the elderly.
Bloodroot
Extract [1:10 strength] (15 to 20 drops): hacking coughs with loud
mucous rales and difficulty in raising sputum; use only in atonic conditions
after active inflammation has subsided. Always take Bloodroot extract
well diluted with water. Do not take Bloodroot during pregnancy or nursing.
Review all “Cautions” for each of the above Adjunct Therapy
herbs. For children adjust dosage of these herbs according to (see
).
Cautions: Do not give this compound to children under
2 years of age unless directed by a physician. A persistent cough may
be a sign of a serious condition. If cough or other symptoms persist
for more than 5 days, tend to recur, or are accompanied by high or persistent
fever, rash, or persistent headache, promptly seek qualified healthcare.
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It is not intended to medically prescribe or promote the sale of any product,
nor is it intended to replace qualified medical healthcare. If you have,
or think you have a condition which requires medical attention, you should
promptly seek qualified healthcare.
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