Pepper (Milagu) and Basil leaves(thulasi) are two most important ingredients used in most of the home remedies for cold and cough. Cold and cough are very common among children and adults and when there isany season change most of us get affected with cold and cough. Even though, our body has certain system to cure by itself, these home remedies makes it much faster. The simple kashayam is harmless compared to other antibiotics. We make thekashayam out of the ingredients found commonly.