Helps to relieve symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections.
Ingredient
Amount
Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea L.) 3:1 aerial parts extract ...
Helps to relieve symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections.
| Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea L.) 3:1 aerial parts extract equivalent to 900 mg of Echinacea
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300 mg |
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| Ultra C™ providing/Ultra C™ contient: Vitamin C (calcium ascorbate, niacinamide ascorbate, ascorbic acid, sodium ascorbate, magnesium ascorbate, ascorbyl palmitate, potassium ascorbate) |
100 mg |
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| Niacinamide |
8 mg |
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| Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) root extract standardized to 25% glycyrrhizic acid |
50 mg |
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| Ginger (Zingiber officinale) 8:1 rhizome extract equivalent to 200 mg of ginger |
25 mg |
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| Perilla (Perilla frutescens) 150:1 seed extract equivalent to 3.75 g of perilla |
25 mg |
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Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Cellulose, silicon dioxide, stearic acid (veg), Ultra-C (L-lysine HCl, citrus bioflavonoids, sodium pyrophosphate, D-ribose, L-cysteine HCl, xylitol, and glutathione), croscarmellose sodium, and coating (hypromellose, hydroxypropylcellulose, and medium-chain triglycerides).
Recommended Dose: Adults take 1 tablet 3 times per day or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Take at the first sign of infection.
Recommended Use: Used in herbal medicine to help fight off infections, especially of the upper respiratory tract and to help relieve cold symptoms. Helps to relieve the symptoms and shorten the duration of upper respiratory tract infections.
Caution: Do not use if you are taking thiazide diuretics, cardiac glycosides, corticosteroids, stimulant laxatives or other medications which may aggravate electrolyte imbalance. Do not use if you have hypokalemia, high blood pressure, or a kidney or cardiovascular disorder. Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen, if you are pregnant, have a liver disorder, an autoimmune disorder, a progressive systemic disease such as tuberculosis, collagenosis, multiple sclerosis, aids and/or HIV infection or are taking immunosuppressants. Rare cases of severe allergic reactions have been known to occur; use caution if you are allergic to plants of the Daisy family. Consult a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 8 weeks. Do not use if perma seal is missing.
This product is non-GMO and gluten-free.
120 tablets
Our naturopaths' notes
This listing is Metagenics Echinacea Synergy, a tablet formula rather than a liquid extract. Each tablet combines Echinacea purpurea aerial parts extract with vitamin C, licorice root, ginger and perilla seed extracts. Our naturopaths usually hear about it from people planning a seasonal wellness routine who prefer a multi-herb tablet to a single-herb tincture.
Key facts
- Format: bottle of 120 tablets
- Echinacea purpurea 3:1 extract: 300 mg, equivalent to 900 mg of echinacea
- Vitamin C (Ultra C blend): 100 mg
- Licorice root extract (25% glycyrrhizic acid): 50 mg
- Ginger and perilla seed extracts: 25 mg each
- Non-GMO and gluten-free
How it fits a routine
Follow the label directions: one tablet three times a day, started at the first signs. It pairs well with a daily vitamin C supplement during the colder months.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a single-herb echinacea product? No. It blends echinacea with vitamin C, licorice, ginger and perilla. Because it contains licorice, the label lists cautions about blood pressure and some medications, and asks you to consult a practitioner for use beyond 8 weeks.
Is this the right product for me? Licorice-containing formulas are not for everyone, so speak with your physician or book a consultation with one of our naturopaths, especially if you take other medications.
Natural health products should be used as directed on the label. Consult your health care practitioner before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
