Since winters are at its peak, everyone is suffering from some kind of cough. One may be going through either two types of cough, which are dry or wet cough. Let’s learn about the difference between a dry and wet cough in detail, in this article to make sure our problem is diagnosed.
Coughing is a reflex which happens by your body in reaction to an irritant which has entered your body. Coughing is your body’s reflex to make sure the germs entering your system are cleared from your body in the form of mucus, via your lungs. In order to diagnose what is the reason behind your cough, you should know when you are coughing and what is the trigger behind it. Let’s learn the difference between dry and wet cough in depth and see how SDH naturals can help you.
What is a Dry Cough?
Dry cough is also known as non-productive cough which does not release any mucus or phlegm. This cough is triggered by a gag reflex and is triggered by various irritants which can be smoke, air-pollution and exposure to dust or an acid reflux. There may be various other reasons why dry cough is triggered which may require a doctor’s assistance like tonsils, bronchitis, allergies or sinusitis.
After your recovery from a flu or cold, these coughs will usually last for a few days or weeks .But make sure that your cough is not caused by an inflammation or a bacterial infection or else it will last till you clear the respiratory tract.
Remedies for Dry Cough
There are various remedies you can opt for in order to get rid of a dry cough. Here are some of them:
Honey:
Filled with antibacterial properties, honey will help you minimize the irritation and treat dry cough.
Turmeric:
Filled with curcumin, this anti-inflammatory plant is used to treat coughs caused by upper respiratory conditions and Asthma.
Gargle:
If you gargle with warm water and add a little bit of salt in it, it will help you get rid of the discomfort caused by the cough and kill bacteria present in the throat.
Kofnil Syrup:
Kofnil is an Ayurvedic syrup designed to alleviate coughing. The syrup is made from various herbs like Gazwan, Yashtimadhu, Vasa, Kantkari etc.
This non-sedating syrup releases a soothing effect in the throat to minimize the effect of irritation. This syrup contains honey, making it ideal for children and adults.
Kofnil SF Syrup:
Kofnil SF is a sugar-free Ayurvedic syrup made to cure cough with the help of various kinds of herbs like Vasaka, Tulsi sonth, Zoofa etc. This is a non-sedating syrup and is totally sugar-free making it an ideal choice for the elders and people with high blood sugar levels.
What is a Wet Cough?
Wet cough, also known as productive cough, produces phlegm or mucus from our respiratory system. This kind of cough is often triggered by common infections or flu. Some major reasons behind this mucus filled cough could be asthma or bronchitis.
This cough should be taken into serious consideration because this comes with phlegm but with blocked nose and fatigue as well. Wet coughs usually last between 2-3 weeks and can last up-to 8 weeks.
Remedies for Wet Cough
There are numerous ways which can help you get rid of this type of cough. Here are some of the best ones:
Humidifier:
The humidifier is a great thing for people with night time cough as it dries the mouth out, but the humidifier will take care of it.
Vitamin C:
This antioxidant not only prevents cold, but also increases immunity, making it a booster to cure the wet cough.
Honey:
Filled with antibacterial properties, honey will help you minimize the irritation and treat the cough.
Shwasni Avaleh:
Shwasni Avaleh by SDH Naturals is an Ayurvedic formula made with ingredients like Shirish, Raisin and Haridra and is perfect for allergic cough, respiratory diseases as well as throat issues.
The formulation is perfect for those who suffer from coughing due to pollution or various allergic respiratory diseases.
Shwasi Syrup:
Shwasi Ayurvedic syrup is designed to tackle cough with the help of herbs like Datura, Kantkari, Bibhitaki and Arjun. These anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory herbs will help you alleviate cough and related problems with its medicinal properties.
Conclusion:
In this article, we tried to make you understand between dry cough and wet cough and how you can diagnose the type of your cough based on your symptoms. If your cough doesn't go away on your own you can always opt for home remedies along with these Ayurvedic medicines by SDH Naturals which will cause you no harm. If you see your cough improving with time, you can stick to these remedies. If you feel it is worsening over time you should consult a doctor to take a look at it.