Asthma causes continuous airway inflammation and constriction, making breathing difficult. It can be recognized by the sporadic, transient limitation of airflow. This illness can be treated with medication or natural therapies. An overview of the several herbs used to treat asthma is provided on this page. Millions of individuals worldwide suffer from asthma, a common respiratory condition that causes persistent inflammation. modern complementary and alternative medicine, herbs are widely used, particularly in the treatment of asthma symptoms. The article highlights the most widely used methods of treating asthma, which include herbs, homeopathy, yoga, acupuncture, and breathing exercises. Illness (COPD) is investigated. The evaluation addresses the anticholinergic, antiallergic, antihistaminic, and antiasthmatic qualities of various medicinal herbs in addition to mentioning those with antiasthmatic potential. It also looks at potential risks associated with over-the-counter asthma medications. The article’s conclusion explores the factors that affect patients with asthma who utilize complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). All things considered, this study emphasizes the need for more research in this field and offers valuable details regarding the application of several herbs in the management of asthma.

Topics
Pharmaceuticals, Inflammation, Review
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