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Echinacea

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  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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Echinacea is researched for its potential to reduce the duration and severity of common cold symptoms. However, the strength of evidence across clinical trials remains limited and inconsistent. This ingredient is generally considered safe for short-term use in most healthy adults.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

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Label for Echinacea
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Label Data

2 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
125
Servings
Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

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

Other Ingredients

Echinacea Gelatin Dicalcium Phosphate Microcrystalline Cellulose Silicon Dioxide Magnesium Stearate Stearic Acid
Claims

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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested Use: Adults, take two capsules daily, preferably with a meal.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children

Formulation Notes

No gluten, artificial colors or flavors, salt, sugar, lactose, trans fat

Additional Information

Immune health

Echinacea supports immune health

Store in a dry place at room temperature 59(0)-86(0)F (15(0)-30(0)C). Keep bottle tightly closed.

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Metadata

Product Details

DSLD Entry Date2018-01-25
Product TypeBotanical
FormCapsule
DSLD ID82996
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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