Home Remedies For Bronchitis

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Humidify your environment. Instead of easing a cough with a suppressant one can use a warm or cool mist humidifier to add moisture to the air. The humidly helps bring the sputum out of the body. Also standing in a steamy shower with the bathroom door closed helps much. If one has peppermint or eucalyptus oil added to water it soothes well. Smoking is also a primary cause of chronic bronchitis so it is wise to refrain foam it.

Take extra fluids for easy sputum expulsion. Whatever your drink is, make sure that its always warm. This is to sooth the irritated throat. Gargling of warm salty water also soothes the inflamed area. One tea spoon of salt in a glass of warm water then gargle and spit after. Rest is also a good home remedy for bronchitis because walking makes one feel worse and slows the body,s ability to fight infection. During the rest intake of a pain killer would relief muscle pain. In children aspirin should not be administered. It is advisable to give acetaminophen.

When using home remedies for bronchitis, a cough remedy should be used as a last resort. Remember, coughing is your body's way of driving out the infection and keeping your breathing passages clear. The best cough remedies for bronchitis contain guaifenesin, which helps bring up sputum. But if you're at the end of your rope and can't bear another minute of hacking, especially if it's been keeping you from getting the sleep you need to recover, you can try a medicine that contains the cough suppressant dextromethorphan. Take it only as often as absolutely needed. Check with your doctor if you are unsure.

Stay out of harm's way. With bronchitis you're at risk for picking up another infection. Avoid crowds, children with colds, smoky rooms, and contact with anyone who has a cold or flu.