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Rob (Kentucky) on 05/08/2026: 
Myrhh tincture can also be placed into a steamer and inhaled thru the nose into the lungs. Myrrh – Chronic Bronchitis, 1 dram inhaled from hot water eases cough and lessens expectoration.
NOTE: One US liquid dram is a unit of volume equal to1/8 of a fluid ounce, approximately 3.7 milliliters (mL). It is often used for small, concentrated liquids like essential oils, with a 1-dram vial typically holding 50–75 drops .
Source: Merck's Manual of the Materia Medica 1899, p. 97 – Steam Inhalants
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha) is a powerful natural antimicrobial agent that kills bacteria, fungi, and parasites, often by disrupting microbial cell walls and stimulating the immune system. It is particularly effective for oral health, wound healing, and reducing infections, with studies showing it can kill persistent bacteria.
Broad-Spectrum Antibacterial: Myrrh has demonstrated high effectiveness against various bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus (staph) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, the latter of which it can kill with high efficiency.
Kills Dormant Bacteria: Research suggests myrrh oil can kill "persister" or dormant bacteria, a rare trait for an antimicrobial that makes it effective against persistent infections, including those related to Lyme disease.
Antifungal Activity: Myrrh shows strong activity against fungi, including Candida albicans, making it effective for treating skin infections.
No Resistance Development: Studies indicate that bacteria may not develop resistance to myrrh, even with repeated use.
Source: Antibiotic in myrrh from Commiphora molmol preferentially kills nongrowing bacteria
