Effer-C Elderberry Effervescent Drink Mix

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  • Folate: 25.5mg is 25.5× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (1.0mg)
  • 55% of ingredients have research evidence
C Label Compliance Grade

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Safety Alerts

⚠️ Folate: 25.5mg is 25.5× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (1.0mg)

Label Data

5.5 Gram(s) Serving Size
30 Servings
Other Combinations Product Type
55% Evidence Coverage

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Calories
5 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
2 Gram(s) (1% DV)
Vitamin C
1 Gram(s) (1111% DV)
0.76 mg (63% DV)
✅ Within RDA (0.6× RDA of 1.2 mg) 📚 76 studies (Tier A: 0, B: 33)
RDA 1.2mg This product: 0.76mg
0.5 mg (38% DV)
✅ Within RDA (0.4× RDA of 1.3 mg) 📚 12 studies (Tier A: 0, B: 1)
RDA 1.3mg This product: 0.5mg
10 mg (63% DV)
✅ Within RDA (0.7× RDA of 14 mg) 📚 193 studies (Tier A: 5, B: 63)
RDA 14mg This product: 10mg UL 35mg
10 mg (588% DV)
📊 7.7× RDA — above typical dose (UL: 100 mg) 📚 113 studies (Tier A: 3, B: 35)
RDA 1.3mg This product: 10mg UL 100mg
25.5 mcg DFE (6% DV)
⚠️ Exceeds Tolerable Upper Intake Level by 25.5× (UL: 1.0 mg) 📚 225 studies (Tier A: 10, B: 105)
RDA 0.4mg This product: 25.5mg UL 1.0mg
30 mcg (1250% DV)
📊 12.5× RDA — above typical dose 📚 138 studies (Tier A: 1, B: 44)
RDA 0.0024mg This product: 0.03mg
2.5 mg (50% DV)
✅ Within RDA (0.5× RDA of 5 mg) 📚 1 studies — no high-quality reviews
RDA 5mg This product: 2.5mg
Calcium
20 mg (2% DV)
60 mg (14% DV)
📊 Market median: 4002.0mg (1 products) 📚 20 studies (Tier A: 0, B: 2)
This product: 60mg
5 mg (45% DV)
✅ Within RDA (0.5× RDA of 11 mg) 📚 258 studies (Tier A: 6, B: 134)
RDA 11mg This product: 5mg UL 40mg
1 mg (43% DV)
✅ Within RDA (0.4× RDA of 2.3 mg) 📚 8 studies — no high-quality reviews
RDA 2.3mg This product: 1mg UL 11mg
20 mcg (57% DV)
✅ Within RDA (0.6× RDA of 0.035 mg) 📚 197 studies (Tier A: 1, B: 55)
RDA 0.035mg This product: 0.02mg
Sodium
50 mg (2% DV)
Potassium
180 mg (4% DV)
Transport C-PLUS
230 mg
5 mg
📊 Market median: 100.0mg (283 products) 📚 142 studies (Tier A: 1, B: 64)
This product: 5mg UL 1200mg
500 mg
📊 Market median: 175.0mg (497 products) 📚 11 studies (Tier A: 0, B: 1)
This product: 500mg

Other Ingredients

Xylitol Citric Acid Tartaric Acid Silicon Dioxide organic Stevia leaf extract natural Raspberry flavor Malic Acid

Label Claims — Verification

❓ Nutrient
❓ All Other
❓ Structure/Function
All Other (100% of products) Structure/Function (91% of products) Nutrient (41% of products)

Target Groups

Vegan Vegetarian Adult (18 - 50 Years) Kosher Gluten Free Dairy Free Sugar Free

Product Information

📋 Directions for Use

Empty one packet into 4 to 6 oz. of water and enjoy!

Suggested Usage: Empty 1 packet daily into 4 to 6 oz. of water.

⚠️ Warnings & Precautions

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Caution: For adults only.

Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Contains Xylitol, which is harmful to pets.

🧪 Formulation Notes

1,000 mg of Vitamin C

Energy & Immune System Support

Vital Electrolytes Plus Vitamins & Minerals Made with real Fruit

Vegetarian-Vegan

Gluten free

Sweetened with Better Stevia

Sugar Free

Triangle K (Kosher)

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.

Packaged in the USA.

Additional Information

Get your fizz on...

Effervescent Drink Mix

Triangle K (Kosher)

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

This carton is made from 100% Recycled Material.

Product Details

DSLD Entry Date 2021-03-25
Product Type Other Combinations
Form Powder
Brand NOW
DSLD ID 244592
Data Updated 2026-04-11

Research Evidence

12 Research Sources
48 Avg Quality Score
4 Rct
4 Systematic Review
2 Meta Analysis
1 Clinical Trial
1 Openfda Safety
B Black elderberry (Sambucus nigra) supplementation effectively treats upper respiratory symptoms: A meta-analysis of randomized, controlled clinical trials
Meta Analysis Complementary therapies in medicine 2019
PubMed DOI
C Elderberry Supplementation Reduces Cold Duration and Symptoms in Air-Travellers: A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
Rct Nutrients 2016
PubMed DOI
C Elderberry for prevention and treatment of viral respiratory illnesses: a systematic review
Systematic Review BMC complementary medicine and therapies 2021
PubMed DOI
C Effect of herbal compounds on coronavirus; a systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Virology journal 2022
PubMed DOI
C Anthroposophic medicine in the treatment of pediatric pseudocroup: A systematic review
Systematic Review Complementary therapies in medicine 2018
PubMed DOI
C Effect of Dietary Supplementation with Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Elderberries on Dry Eye Disease (DED) and Immunity: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Rct Nutrients
PubMed DOI
C A systematic review on the sambuci fructus effect and efficacy profiles
Systematic Review Phytotherapy research : PTR 2010
PubMed DOI
C An evidence-based systematic review of elderberry and elderflower (Sambucus nigra) by the Natural Standard Research Collaboration
Systematic Review Journal of dietary supplements 2014
PubMed DOI
C Physical Fitness, Body Composition and Frailty in Elderly People.Exercise Program Effecsts. EXERNET Elder 3.0
Clinical Trial ClinicalTrials.gov 2018
ClinicalTrials.gov
C Inhibition of several strains of influenza virus in vitro and reduction of symptoms by an elderberry extract (Sambucus nigra L.) during an outbreak of influenza B Panama
Rct Journal of alternative and complementary medicine (New York, N.Y.) 1995
PubMed
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