Thooduvalai Nei is effective in asthma, bronchitis, cough, tuberculosis and rheumatism. One or two teaspoons may be taken daily twice.

Vallarai Nei acts against cough, difficulty in breathing, piles, vomiting, persisting hiccups, skin diseases and tuberculosis. It is also good for increasing memory power. The dosage is 1 or 2 teaspoons mixed with warm water taken twice daily on an empty stomach.