According to the data of World Health Organization (WHO), lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) are responsible for 5% (3.1 million people) of deaths worldwide regarding both sexes. This number was 6% in the female group and 5% in the male group. In 2012, pneumonia was responsible for 13% of causes of death among post‐neonatal (1–59 month) children. Based on WHO data, LRTIs and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have remained the top major killers during the past decade. Although WHO has a well‐organized global vaccine action plan against most bacteria or viruses causing RTIs, many people suffer from influenza, pneumonia or tuberculosis and without proper treatment these diseases can kill many people worldwide. EOs may possess a preventive role in the treatment of RTIs. The application of EOs via inhalation seems to be the most effective way to cure patients, because of their volatile nature they can reach the site intended to be treated
Eucalyptus
The primary use of eucalyptus oil includes the treatment of cough, cold, bronchitis, and symptomatic relief of colds and catarrh of the upper respiratory tract
Rasna
Rasna is a well-known herb used in various ayurvedic preparations. It has anti-inflammatory property. Rasna is useful in respiratory problems like asthma, bronchitis, pleuritis, chest pain.
Devadaru
Devadaru exhibited some important pharmacological activities including antimicrobial, antifungal, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, antiasthmatic etc.
Neem
Neem has been reported to exert anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antioxidant effects.
Thulasi and Turmeric
Steam inhalation with Tulsi and turmeric is more effective in reliving symptoms of common cold and may be practiced for clients in hospital, home as well as community settings.
Source :
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7163989/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5026511/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0975357511800775
https://www.spandidos-publications.com/10.3892/ijmm.2017.3178
https://medical.advancedresearchpublications.com
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/382975
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