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Source of validity: Traditional
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Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in Europe and Asia. It has been employed for a variety of respiratory ailments, including coughs, due to its reputed anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. Historical texts and folk medicine sources sometimes mention nettle tea or extracts as remedies for cough, especially when the cough is spasmodic or accompanied by irritation. However, these uses are not well-documented in modern scientific literature, and there are no high-quality clinical trials that specifically evaluate the efficacy of stinging nettle for treating spastic cough. Most contemporary research on nettle focuses on its effects in allergic rhinitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and as an anti-inflammatory agent, rather than as an antitussive. Thus, while nettle’s use for cough is rooted in traditional practices, current scientific evidence to support this application is minimal and largely anecdotal.

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