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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 25% of ingredients have research evidence
B Label Compliance Grade

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Label Data

1 mL Serving Size
20 Servings
Other Combinations Product Type
25% Evidence Coverage

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Calories
5 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
1 Gram(s)
📊 Market median: 175.0mg (497 products) 📚 11 studies (Tier A: 0, B: 1)
This product: 200mg
Vitamin C
12 mg (24% DV)

Other Ingredients

Fructose Syrup purified Water Black Elderberry concentrate Dog Rose extract Potassium Sorbate

Label Claims — Verification

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

Target Groups

Infants/Baby (0 - 1 Year) Gluten Free Dairy Free Children more than 1 but less than 4

Product Information

📋 Directions for Use

Recommended daily dose: Infants 6-12 months: 1 ml Children 12-24 months: 2 ml One full dropper contains 0.5 ml. Fill x2 for infants, x4 for children. Fill dropper to recommended dose, and dispense directly into the mouth, or mix with cold water, juice, or as recommended by your healthcare professional. Shake well before use.

Can be taken throughout the day.

After opening: use within 30 days.

⚠️ Warnings & Precautions

Cautions: Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.

If your child is under medical supervision, please seek medical advice before taking.

Not to be taken on an empty stomach.

Keep out of sight and reach of children.

Sealed for your protection. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

🧪 Formulation Notes

Immune support

6+ months

Natural source Vitamin C

No added colors/flavors No artificial sweeteners

Only 5 ingredients Oral liquid

Free from gluten, dairy, soy, wheat, nuts, artificial color and flavors.

Product of San Marino

Supports immune system Virologist developed Scientifically tested

Naturally flavored with the goodness of Elderberry

Sambucol, the original Black Elderberry extract, provides strong immune system support to help you and your family stay healthy throughout the year. Sambucol Black Elderberry extract conveniently arms you with some of the best protection nature has to offer. Developed by a world renowned virologist, Sambucol is the unique black elderberry extract that has been used in scientific studies. By using a proprietary method of extraction, only Sambucol can guarantee consistent, immune supporting properties in every serving. Trusted by millions worldwide, Sambucol can be taken everyday for continuous immune support.

Additional Information

Store in a cool dry place before 77 degrees F.

Do not dispose of carton. Keep for important information.

Satisfaction guaranteed. The PharmaCare name guarantees that this product is produced using the highest manufacturing standards, and PharmaCare stands behind every bottle of Sambucol that you purchase. If you are dissatisfied, please visit our website for full details on our refund policy.

Product Details

DSLD Entry Date 2021-03-25
Product Type Other Combinations
Form Liquid
Brand Sambucol
DSLD ID 245187
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
C Elderberry Supplementation Reduces Cold Duration and Symptoms in Air-Travellers: A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
Rct Nutrients 2016
C Elderberry for prevention and treatment of viral respiratory illnesses: a systematic review
Systematic Review BMC complementary medicine and therapies 2021
C Effect of herbal compounds on coronavirus; a systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Virology journal 2022
C Anthroposophic medicine in the treatment of pediatric pseudocroup: A systematic review
Systematic Review Complementary therapies in medicine 2018
C Effect of Dietary Supplementation with Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Elderberries on Dry Eye Disease (DED) and Immunity: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Rct Nutrients
C A systematic review on the sambuci fructus effect and efficacy profiles
Systematic Review Phytotherapy research : PTR 2010
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
C Physical Fitness, Body Composition and Frailty in Elderly People.Exercise Program Effecsts. EXERNET Elder 3.0
Clinical Trial ClinicalTrials.gov 2018
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
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