Pigeon pea (Cajanus Cajan) capsules for rhinitis (ENG)

November is drawing to a close, and as is the case in the Northern Hemisphere, winter is arriving, so temperatures continue to drop, rain persists in some areas, and all of this means that respiratory illnesses are on the rise. Both my husband and I were sick from October through November with a terrible virus, similar to COVID. We're feeling better now, although I still have a cough and sneeze. My husband was left with a lingering case of rhinitis, which he's never had before, and it's very bothersome for him, which is understandable.

To clear up the infection, the doctor prescribed antibiotics for a week. While the pain in her face subsided, her nose remains blocked most of the day, and the unpleasant odor and pressure in that area persist. Therefore, we opted for a natural alternative, specifically pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) capsules, as we currently don't have any pigeon pea plants available. In my country, Venezuela, this plant is called Quinchoncho, and it is a grain consumed in many areas of the country, although where I live its consumption is not very frequent.

The medicinal properties of pigeon pea are concentrated especially in the respiratory system, as it acts as an anti-inflammatory and mucolytic, decongesting the nose and sinuses. This is very important in eliminating respiratory conditions such as rhinitis, making it a useful adjunct to this treatment. It also helps strengthen the immune system, which is important in the healing process.

This medication is manufactured by a laboratory with decades of experience in the production of natural medicines, using high-quality products produced under strict quality control standards throughout the entire process. They even cultivate the plants used in the manufacturing process. Each capsule contains 300 mg of pigeon pea leaf powder, and the recommended adult dosage is two capsules twice daily. The instructions do not specify a maximum duration of use.

My husband has been taking these capsules for a week now, so it's too early to know if they'll be enough to clear up his respiratory condition. He's told me he feels less mucus in his nose and sinuses, but the condition persists. I know that nasal washes with a decoction of pigeon pea leaves are very effective for treating rhinitis, so we're thinking of using the contents of some of these capsules to make a concentrated decoction and applying it as a nasal wash for my husband. I think this will help him.