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@article{180755,
        author = {Vallela Niveditha Reddy and Mulagapati Sharadha and Rapan Anusri and Vankudoth Gowthami and Dr. P. Ravi Kumar},
        title = {Persistent Cough: An Integrative Review of Herbal and Conventional Therapies},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {1},
        pages = {2265-2269},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=180755},
        abstract = {Coughing is a normal reflex response that helps clean the respiratory tract, but if it persists, it may be a sign of underlying disease. This review provides a thorough description of persistent cough, including how it is classified as acute, subacute, or chronic depending on how long it lasts, how severe it is, and how it affects quality of life. Conventional (allopathic) therapies, such as mucolytics, antihistamines, and natural remedies, are emphasized, along with their therapeutic benefits and related drawbacks, such as adverse effects or short-term respite. The growing acceptance of plant-based formulations because of their holistic approach, safety profile, and long-standing traditional use is the main subject of this critical comparison of herbal vs. allopathic medication. The article goes on to categorize herbal cough syrups according to their main components and pharmacological effects, such as mucolytics, cough syrups, and expectorants. The use of natural herbs like tulsi, sonth, mulethi, cinnamon, and honey in Ayurvedic home treatments for cold and cough symptoms is also highlighted. By fusing ancient herbal knowledge with contemporary therapeutic approaches, this review promotes an individual combined approach to respiratory health through evidence-based insights.},
        keywords = {Herbal medicine, Allopathic treatment, Chronic coughs.},
        month = {June},
        }