Antitussive — herbalism term · PlantSage glossary
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Antitussive defined
— Suppresses cough.
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The definition
Plants that reduce the cough reflex. Useful in dry, non-productive coughs that disrupt sleep or healing. Should not be used to suppress productive coughs that are clearing infection.
Mechanism
Mucilage coats irritated airway receptors (demulcent action); some constituents act centrally on the cough center.
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Example plants
Classic species in this category from the PlantSage archive.
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See also
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