Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Shogaol, a bioactive compound found in ginger (Zingiber officinale), has been used traditionally in various cultures to alleviate cough, including spastic or dry cough. The use of ginger for respiratory ailments is rooted in traditional systems of medicine such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, where preparations containing ginger are recommended for their warming, antitussive, and expectorant effects. Shogaol, being one of the pungent constituents formed when gingerol is dehydrated (as in dried or cooked ginger), is believed to contribute to these properties.

Scientific studies on shogaol's efficacy specifically for cough are limited. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest that shogaol and related ginger constituents may exert anti-inflammatory and antitussive effects by modulating airway smooth muscle contraction and reducing inflammation. However, clinical trials directly evaluating shogaol for spastic cough in humans are lacking. Most of the supportive evidence comes from traditional practice and extrapolation from the broader pharmacological effects of ginger extracts rather than isolated shogaol.

Overall, while traditional use supports the application of shogaol-containing preparations for cough, robust scientific validation is lacking, and the evidence is best described as limited or preliminary.

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