Cough is a forceful expulsion that clears the tracheobronchial tract of fluids and foreign materials. This review paper documents the use of medicinal plants to treat and alleviate coughs, addressing concerns associated with conventional opioid suppressants like codeine in treating various respiratory disorders. Medicinal plants offer strong antitussive properties with fewer adverse effects. In this study, a Herbal Syrup was prepared containing ginger macerated in a honey base, supplemented with cinnamon, cardamom, tulsi, fennel, and black pepper, known for their expectorant and antipyretic properties. This Ayurvedic remedy supports treatment for chronic health issues including coughs, colds, fevers, respiratory infections, and other ailments. The herbal combination is safe, cost-effective, can be prepared at home, and readily available. The review aims to explore the current use of these plants as food sources, antitussives, and expectorants in treating coughs, highlighting their active constituents. Quality assessment of the formulated herbal syrup included parameters such as density, specific gravity, pH, and organoleptic properties.