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Echinacea 400 mg

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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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Echinacea purpurea is researched for its potential to reduce the duration and severity of common cold symptoms. Evidence supporting these effects is generally considered limited and inconsistent across clinical trials. The ingredient is typically well-tolerated with a high safety profile.

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Label for Echinacea 400 mg
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Label Data

1 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
100
Servings
Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Market median: 400.0mg (380 products) 36 studies (A:1, B:10)

Other Ingredients

Gelatin Rice Flour Magnesium Stearate Microcrystalline Cellulose
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule three times per day with food and water. Limit use to eight consecutive weeks. Use periodically for a few weeks at a time (for maintenance purposes).

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: For adults only. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not take this product if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult your physician before using this or any product if you are taking medication or have a medical condition, especially an autoimmune condition.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Formulation Notes

Boosts antioxidant activity Supports the body's natural defenses Supports immune health

Immune health

Echinacea 400 mg per capsule

Additional Information

Store in a cool, dry place.

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 87614 01423 4
DSLD Entry Date2024-03-22
Product TypeBotanical
FormCapsule
BrandSwanson
DSLD ID308834
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

38
Research Sources
52
Avg Quality
15
Meta Analysis
12
Systematic Review
6
Rct
2
Clinical Trial
1
Regulatory Source
1
Openfda Safety
A Echinacea for preventing and treating the common cold
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2014 PubMed DOI
B Efficacy and safety of Echinacea purpurea in treating upper respiratory infections and complications of otitis media in children: Systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Clinical nutrition ESPEN 2025 PubMed DOI
B Echinacea for preventing and treating the common cold
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2000 PubMed
B Echinacea Supplementation Does Not Impact Aerobic Capacity and Erythropoiesis in Athletes: A Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis Nutrients 2024 PubMed DOI
B Echinacea for preventing and treating the common cold
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2006 PubMed
B Therapeutic Potential of a Natural Blend of Aronia melancarpa, Lonicera caerulea, and Echinacea purpurea Extracts in Treating Upper Respiratory Tract Infections: Preliminary Clinical and In Vitro Immunomodulatory Insights
Rct International journal of molecular sciences 2024 PubMed DOI
B Herbal Medicine in Children With Respiratory Tract Infection: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis Academic pediatrics 2018 PubMed DOI
B Evaluation of echinacea for the prevention and treatment of the common cold: a meta-analysis
Meta Analysis The Lancet. Infectious diseases 2007 PubMed
B Herbal Medicine for Cough: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis Forschende Komplementarmedizin (2006) 2015 PubMed DOI
B Echinacea for the prevention and treatment of upper respiratory tract infections: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Complementary therapies in medicine 2019 PubMed DOI
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