Herb
Treatment Support
cooling, antibacterial
Application
tincture, capsule, tablet
Pleurisy
Pleurisy is an inflammation of the protective sack that surrounds the lungs, the pleura. It is always associated with an infection or inflammation of the lung or other local tissues.
Treatment Plan for Pleurisy
Treatment includes cool antibacterial herbs, immune stimulants, heat-clearing herbs for the lungs and chest cavity, and warm-natured herbs that promote circulation and healing to the chest after the acute stage of infection is over.
Herbal Remedies for Pleurisy
Herb
Treatment Support
Application
Herb
Treatment Support
expectorant
Application
tea, tincture
Herb
Treatment Support
antitussive
Application
tea, syrup
Herb
Treatment Support
antitussive, expectorant
Application
tea, tincture
Related Pleurisy conditions
Additional Ailment
Herb
Application
No additional ailments found.
The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
