Red Clover has been used to treat respiratory problems, as a blood purifier to clear toxins in the blood, increase protection against disease, increase immune system strength, and has isoflavones that are similar but not identical to oestrogen and have anti-tumor qualities. It is also used to treat menopausal symptoms, to help treat bronchitis, asthma and spasmodic coughs, acne, eczema, abscesses, psoriasis, insect bites, stings and other skin diseases. As a compress for arthritis pains and gout, and as an eyewash to treat conjunctivitis.