Dry Cough Ayurveda - #7025

I’ve been struggling with a dry cough for about a month now, and it’s become very frustrating. The cough started after a cold, but even though the cold symptoms have cleared up, the dry cough persists. It’s especially worse at night, and I wake up several times coughing uncontrollably, which disrupts my sleep. I’ve tried a few over-the-counter cough syrups, but they don’t seem to help much. That’s why I’m turning to dry cough Ayurveda to find a more natural and long-term solution. I’ve read that Ayurveda has specific remedies for dry coughs, like Tulsi, Mulethi, and Vasaka. Are these the main herbs used in dry cough Ayurveda, and how do they help? I’ve heard that Tulsi is good for soothing the throat, but should I use it as a tea or chew the leaves directly for maximum benefit? I’m also interested in how these herbs should be consumed—should they be in powder form, capsules, or as part of a decoction? My environment might be contributing to the issue as well. I live in a dry area, and the constant use of air conditioning seems to irritate my throat. Does dry cough Ayurveda include advice on how to deal with environmental factors like dry air? Should I be using a humidifier at night, and do these environmental changes really help in treating dry cough naturally? Another thing I’ve been wondering is whether my diet is playing a role. I tend to drink cold beverages and consume spicy food regularly, even when I have a sore throat. Does dry cough Ayurveda recommend avoiding certain foods, like cold drinks, or are there foods I should incorporate to help soothe my throat during treatment? Lastly, how long should I expect to see results with dry cough Ayurveda treatments? I’m looking for something that provides relief more quickly while also addressing the underlying cause of my persistent dry cough.