This Black Cherry bark is wonderful to help stop coughing within a few minutes of taking this remedy in most cases. If you've been coughing for a while this remedy will stop or suppress those coughs.This herb is also used for treatment of Asthma, bronchitis, thick catarrh, diarrhea, dyspepsia, eyesight problems, flu symptoms, gallbladder support, heart palpitations, tuberculosis, intestinal worms, irritated stomach, scrofula, helps reduce blood pressure and muscle spams. Remember none of these claims are approved by the FDA and this product is not meant to cure or diagnose disease. May help relieve symptoms from the mumps. May help relieve injuries from sports and muscle strain.