This formula was designed as a tonic for a weak respiratory system. This formula may assist in most respiratory ailments such as asthma, bronchitis and pneumonia. Elecampane Root is used to control excessive coughing and mucus discharge in the bronchioles. Pleurisy Root has been reported to improve the lungs circulatory system by opening the lung capillaries, aiding in the removal of congestion. Goldenseal Root is beneficial against viruses and infections. Oregon Grape is effective against infections of the mucous membranes.