Treating Bronchitis: Our Tips

By The Aroma-Zone editorial team

Published on: Wednesday, August 03, 2022, Updated on: Friday, October 02, 2026

Fight bronchitis and quickly relieve symptoms of bronchial inflammation, hoarse cough, and phlegm in the throat with the most effective essential oils. With expectorant, mucolytic, anti-infective, and antitussive properties, essential oils help clear wheezing in cases of acute viral bronchitis or asthmatic bronchitis, and soothe the symptoms of chronic bronchitis.

Follow our experts’ advice and adopt natural solutions to treat bronchitis and combat its symptoms with essential oils.

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How to treat acute bronchitis?

Essential oils are a valuable aid in combating acute bronchitis. They are most often used topically on the chest and upper back, diluted in a carrier oil. Combine anti-infectious and antiviral essential oils, such as Niaouli, Saro, or Ravintsara, with essential oils that thin mucus and promote expectoration, such as Eucalyptus globulus andEucalyptus menthol, and decongestant and anti-inflammatory essential oils, such as Siberian fir and red myrtle.