Sayer Ji – If you’re dealing with a nagging cough due to a bout of cold or flu, or because of a chronic illness like bronchitis or sinusitis, fast relief from symptoms is a must. But what can safely and reliably ease a persistent cough without risk of serious side effects, including dependency?

Medicated cough syrups often contain psychoactive ingredients like dextromethorphan (DM) and promethazine-codeine, which can be habit-forming and dangerous, especially for children. With potential side effects including irregular heartbeat and blood pressure, liver damage, extreme agitation, brain damage and even death,^[i] there is a pronounced need for effective and safe cough remedies. Continue reading →