It has mucolytic and expectorant properties, that is, it breaks up mucus and helps expel it from the respiratory tract. This helps especially in case of cold, flu, catarrh, bronchitis or ailments that cause nasal congestion and cough.
Brazilwood infusion is effective against tuberculosis and dysentery. Among the uses of its boiled bark are its astringent properties, to clean the teeth, it is used to treat condylomata, erysipelas, fever, jaundice, inflammation and stomach pain.
