In the treatment of upper respiratory infections such as tonsillitis and pharyngitis, and is also valuable in treating infections of the chest, gastro-intestinal tract and skin (infusion); soothes sore or infected nipples and infected skin conditions (root); as a gargle to treat mouth ulcers, gum infections and sore throats (decoction of plant).
Effective against a number of bacterial, fungal and viral organisms and has also been used as an antidote to snakebites (herb); in the treatment of acute laryngitis, acute tonsillitis, oedema of the glottis, cough with profuse sputum, liver complaints (root)
In the treatment of coughs and hectic fevers, haematuria, acute urinary tract infection, pharyngitis, abscesses and snake bites, for sore throat, boils, and sores (root)
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