Effectiveness of Pelargonium sidoides in pediatric patients diagnosed with uncomplicated upper respiratory tract infection: a single-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study

Conclusion: The findings of the study revealed that thePelargonium sidoides extracts are effective in relieving the symptom burden in the duration of the disease. It may be regarded as an alternative option for the management of URTIs.What is Known:• Upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs), an inflammation on the upper airways, are the most common infectious disease in children.• Pelargonium sidoides, a traditional medicinal plant native to South Africa, is one of the ornamental geraniums that is thought to be effective in treating URTIsWhat is New:• It may be revealed that the dried root extract of Pelargonium sidoides compared with placebo might be an alternative treatment in improving the symptoms such as dry cough, sneezing, and relieving cough frequency.• The administration of the root extract at the onset of URTIs’ signs may be regarded as an adjunctive option for the management of URTIs due to its effectiveness in decreasing the symptom burden of the disease.
Source: European Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research