Vol. 12, Issue 6 (2023)

Author(s):
Fasal PP

Abstract:
The usage of medicinal plants with therapeutic characteristics is increasing day by day. The plant Plectranthus amboinicus, also known as the Mexican mint, naturally occurs in tropical and warm climates like Australia, Africa, and Asia. Despite being a relatively common condition, respiratory diseases are frequently not adequately treated. Mexican mint is a perennial herb that has historically been used for therapeutic reasons. Its medicinal potential has been intensively researched in recent years, notably in the field of respiratory illnesses. The active substances exhibit anti-inflammatory, bronchodilatory, and immunomodulatory properties, implying their potential medicinal utility in the prevention and treatment of respiratory illnesses. The plant, otherwise known as Indian oregano, has been found to relieve respiratory symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath in illnesses such as asthma, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and its ayurvedic uses are discussed in the paper. It has also been shown to help with upper respiratory tract infections, shortening the length and intensity of symptoms because it is an excellent expectorant as it contains carvacrol and thymol compounds. The leaves are also often eaten raw or used as flavoring agents in preparations of traditional foods and medicinal items. In this review, the compounds that cause respiratory disorders, their therapeutical as well as the potential benefits of Mexican mint in preventing them are discussed.