I usually use balsamroot on infectious diseases, particularly respiratory stuff. Chop it up as fine as you an and tincture in vodka or Everclear.
I usually cut it up with a band saw into thin wafers, tincture it for a week or so, then bust it up in a blender and tincture it for another week or so.
Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.