Herbal remedy may speed bronchitis recovery
NCT ID NCT05916768
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a herbal extract called Pelargonium sidoides (EPs®7630) helps adults with acute bronchitis recover faster and need fewer antibiotics. Over 300 participants in Switzerland were randomly assigned to receive the extract or usual care. The main goal was to see how quickly symptoms improved and whether antibiotic use decreased.
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University of Fribourg
Fribourg, Canton of Fribourg, 1700, Switzerland
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