Inula racemosa, commonly known as Pushkarmool in Ayurveda, has a long history of traditional use for supporting respiratory health, particularly the lungs. In Ayurvedic and Unani medicine, it is valued for its expectorant, bronchodilator, and anti-inflammatory properties. Traditional texts recommend it for conditions such as cough, asthma, and bronchitis, often as part of polyherbal formulations. The root is said to help clear phlegm, ease breathing, and soothe irritated airways.

Some preliminary scientific studies and phytochemical analyses have identified sesquiterpene lactones, alantolactone, and isoalantolactone as active constituents, which may contribute to anti-inflammatory and bronchodilatory effects. However, robust clinical trials in humans are lacking, and most current evidence is either preclinical or anecdotal. Therefore, while traditional use is strong and there is some pharmacological rationale, scientific validation remains insufficient to fully confirm its efficacy for lung support by modern standards.