Herbal Remedies for Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
 The use of medicnal herbs and herbal remedies to treat whooping cough or pertussis focus on reducing the main cause which is respiratory tract infection. Other uses of herbs for whooping cough are to liquefy and aid in expecturation of the tenacious mucous, help with the spasmodic nature of the cough by relaxing the air-ways and streanghten the respiratory tract mucous membrane.
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a bacterial infection within the body that is caused by a microorganism named bordetella. It is very contagious and should be treated as such. It causes caughing, sneezing, large amounts of mucous production and vomiting.
If whooping cough is contracted it has a six week course which it must run. Common cough is the first sign, followed by bouts of caughing (whoops). Then leading to sessions of intense vomiting. While being a great discomfort, the disease will naturally run its course and after the intense stages will resolve within about 2 or 3 weeks.
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Herbs for Whooping Cough Treatment
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
This is a very commonly used herb in many different ailments. It’s use as a natural remedy for whooping cough is based on its antibiotic, antiseptic, and expectorant properties found in its high content of volatile oil. Care should be taken when using this herb as it has hypotensive properties which make it a mild sedative.
Echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia, Echinacea purpurea
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It is suggested that echinacea is a good natural herb for whooping cough because is eases the severity of symptom and may shorten the length of the typical 6 week cycle of whooping cough. It is one of the most popular herbal supplement on the market today and most commonly used herb in America. it can be found on the shelves of almost any health store around the world. Echinacea is usually available in capsules form and the therapeutic dose is 500 to 1,000 milligrams up to 3 times daily.
Elecampane (Inula helenium)
Used for a large variety of common illnesses, elecampane is suited as a natural herb for pertussis due to its ability to inhibit phlegm production, a major symptom of whooping cough. This herb has long been used by herbalists to treat coughs specifically associated with whooping cough.
Marshmallow (Althea Officinalis)
Used as a natural herb for whooping cough, marshmallow helps the body to expel extra fluid such as mucous; soothing cough as well as ridding of the excess mucous build up caused by whooping cough. It overall is a great use for its ability to sooth many of the symptoms as well as act as an antibiotic for pertussis.
Great Mullein (Verbascum thapus)
This is a great herbal remedy for whooping cough as it has so far shown to have no known toxicity. Great mullein is very widely used as a natural herb for pertussis as it is proven to help ease cough and many respiratory disorders. It is an expectorant great for mucous membranes and glands, as well as the lungs. Studies show this to be used as an ideal antibiotic and anti-inflammatory.
Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara)
The very name coltsfoot means “cough dispeller”. It has been used as a natural herb for whooping cough as well as asthma and bronchitis due to its expectorant properties and its use as a demulcent. Only short term use of this as an herbal remedy for pertussis is recommended due to its level of pyrrolizidine alkaloids.
English Ivy (Hedera helix)
The primary purpose on English ivy is as a sedative effect which can reduce the number of attacks. English ivy has been approved by the German Commission E as a treatment of respiratory catarrhs and chronic bronchial symptoms.
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Licorice is a soothing, flavourful herb, and seems to have an anti-tussive effect that suppresses coughing. Licorice may cause complications for people with high blood pressure, and should be used with caution.
Wild Cherry Bark (Prunus serotina)
Wild cherry bark, like English ivy, has a sedative effect. It has a calming effect on the respiratory system, and helps easing the pressure and strain associated with a serious cough like whooping cough.
Other natural herbs that have been used for whooping cough.
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The Use of Herbal Medicine and Supplements to Treat Whooping Cough
Antibiotics such as erythromycin may be prescribed by a doctor, but it is usually only partially useful if whooping cough is caught very early on. Studies show that there is nothing that has any tried and true ability to cure, or speed up the process in which whooping cough must run. The use of herbal remedies for whooping cough can only be helpful in easing the symptoms and their severity.
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