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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 7 Researches
7.9
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 5 Reviews
8.1
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 tsp (820 mg)
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Organic Echinacea Purpurea, cut (herb)
820 mg
*
Top Medical Research Studies
9
We examined the effectiveness of Echinacea Plus herbal tea for easing flu symptoms in a well-structured study. Ninety-five participants with early cold or flu signs were split into two groups: one received the Echinacea tea, while the other got a placebo. Over the course of five days, we studied how long symptoms lasted and how quickly they eased.
The results showed that those who drank Echinacea Plus experienced shorter symptoms compared to the placebo group. There were no side effects reported. This suggests that Echinacea herbal tea can indeed help us feel better faster when we catch a cold or flu.
The results showed that those who drank Echinacea Plus experienced shorter symptoms compared to the placebo group. There were no side effects reported. This suggests that Echinacea herbal tea can indeed help us feel better faster when we catch a cold or flu.
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9
Echinacea shows flu treatment promise
We explored the effectiveness of Echinaforce Hotdrink, an echinacea-based formulation, against oseltamivir, a standard flu treatment. In a randomized, double-blind trial involving 473 patients with early flu symptoms, we found that both treatments led to similar recovery rates.
Echinaforce showed a promising profile with fewer complications and side effects, making it an appealing option for those looking for self-care alternatives in flu treatment. This study sheds light on the potential of echinacea as a viable treatment for influenza.
Echinaforce showed a promising profile with fewer complications and side effects, making it an appealing option for those looking for self-care alternatives in flu treatment. This study sheds light on the potential of echinacea as a viable treatment for influenza.
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8
We investigated the effects of Echinacea's alkylamides on flu and cold symptoms. This study focused on a specific alkylamide, Dodeca-2,4-Dienoic acid isobutylamide, highlighting its strong antiviral properties against both rhinovirus and the influenza virus.
Results indicated that this alkylamide also effectively reduces the production of IL-8, a cytokine linked to cold symptoms. Overall, the findings suggest that this particular component of Echinacea shows promise for future flu and cold treatments.
Results indicated that this alkylamide also effectively reduces the production of IL-8, a cytokine linked to cold symptoms. Overall, the findings suggest that this particular component of Echinacea shows promise for future flu and cold treatments.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Flu prevention aid
1 people found this helpful
Unassuming in appearance and scent, Echinacea helped me avoid sickness during flu seasons and respiratory infections. It has a large package that lasts a long while.
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6
Tea for flu
2 people found this helpful
A delightful tea that I drink whenever I sense a flu or infection approaching. It seems to be quite effective.
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8
Flu prevention support
1 people found this helpful
It’s remarkable that it appears effective for preventing influenza—I'll be drinking it as tea from now! It's organic and excellent.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 7 Researches
7.9
- All Researches
9
We examined the effectiveness of Echinacea Plus herbal tea for easing flu symptoms in a well-structured study. Ninety-five participants with early cold or flu signs were split into two groups: one received the Echinacea tea, while the other got a placebo. Over the course of five days, we studied how long symptoms lasted and how quickly they eased.
The results showed that those who drank Echinacea Plus experienced shorter symptoms compared to the placebo group. There were no side effects reported. This suggests that Echinacea herbal tea can indeed help us feel better faster when we catch a cold or flu.
The results showed that those who drank Echinacea Plus experienced shorter symptoms compared to the placebo group. There were no side effects reported. This suggests that Echinacea herbal tea can indeed help us feel better faster when we catch a cold or flu.
Read More
9
Echinacea shows flu treatment promise
We explored the effectiveness of Echinaforce Hotdrink, an echinacea-based formulation, against oseltamivir, a standard flu treatment. In a randomized, double-blind trial involving 473 patients with early flu symptoms, we found that both treatments led to similar recovery rates.
Echinaforce showed a promising profile with fewer complications and side effects, making it an appealing option for those looking for self-care alternatives in flu treatment. This study sheds light on the potential of echinacea as a viable treatment for influenza.
Echinaforce showed a promising profile with fewer complications and side effects, making it an appealing option for those looking for self-care alternatives in flu treatment. This study sheds light on the potential of echinacea as a viable treatment for influenza.
Read More
8
We investigated the effects of Echinacea's alkylamides on flu and cold symptoms. This study focused on a specific alkylamide, Dodeca-2,4-Dienoic acid isobutylamide, highlighting its strong antiviral properties against both rhinovirus and the influenza virus.
Results indicated that this alkylamide also effectively reduces the production of IL-8, a cytokine linked to cold symptoms. Overall, the findings suggest that this particular component of Echinacea shows promise for future flu and cold treatments.
Results indicated that this alkylamide also effectively reduces the production of IL-8, a cytokine linked to cold symptoms. Overall, the findings suggest that this particular component of Echinacea shows promise for future flu and cold treatments.
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8
We observed how a standardized version of Echinacea could potentially impact flu-related symptoms. This herbal extract was tested against various respiratory viruses, revealing its ability to inhibit the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines in human cell lines.
Echinacea not only curbed cytokine levels associated with respiratory infections but also demonstrated strong actions against viral replication. These findings suggest that Echinacea might be effective in easing cold and flu symptoms, possibly helping to manage respiratory issues more broadly.
Echinacea not only curbed cytokine levels associated with respiratory infections but also demonstrated strong actions against viral replication. These findings suggest that Echinacea might be effective in easing cold and flu symptoms, possibly helping to manage respiratory issues more broadly.
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7
We examined how Echinaforce Junior (EFJ) affects acute cold and flu symptoms in children aged 4-12. In this multicenter trial, 79 kids received either three or five EFJ tablets daily, and parents tracked symptoms. Notably, the five-tablet regimen shortened cold episodes by about 1.7 days and had a high safety rating. Most cases resolved within ten days, with a notably low antibiotic use of just 4.6%. Overall, we found EFJ to be a safe and effective option for treating acute cold and flu symptoms in children.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 5 Reviews
8.1
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Flu prevention aid
1 people found this helpful
Unassuming in appearance and scent, Echinacea helped me avoid sickness during flu seasons and respiratory infections. It has a large package that lasts a long while.
Read More
6
Tea for flu
2 people found this helpful
A delightful tea that I drink whenever I sense a flu or infection approaching. It seems to be quite effective.
Read More
8
Flu prevention support
1 people found this helpful
It’s remarkable that it appears effective for preventing influenza—I'll be drinking it as tea from now! It's organic and excellent.
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7.5
Keeps us healthy
1 people found this helpful
A quality herb that has helped maintain our health throughout the winter flu season. I use it to make my own Echinacea tincture.
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6
Potential flu prevention
Although it's an herbal tea, it's pleasant to drink and I purchase it frequently. The large amount lasts long due to its packaging. I expect it to be effective during influenza outbreaks; however, I haven’t been vaccinated and remain flu-free. I also wonder about its effectiveness against Corona, despite some claims that post-Corona might interfere with natural defence mechanisms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
References
- Lindenmuth GF, Lindenmuth EB. The efficacy of echinacea compound herbal tea preparation on the severity and duration of upper respiratory and flu symptoms: a randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled study. J Altern Complement Med. 2000;6:327. PubMed
- Puchalski K, Gerstel JA, Jimoh A, Shokoohinia Y, Langland J. Effects of and Alkylamides on Respiratory Virus Replication and IL-8 Expression In Vitro. Molecules. 2025;30. 10.3390/molecules30020386
- Weishaupt R, Bächler A, Feldhaus S, Lang G, Klein P, et al. Safety and Dose-Dependent Effects of for the Treatment of Acute Cold Episodes in Children: A Multicenter, Randomized, Open-Label Clinical Trial. Children (Basel). 2020;7. 10.3390/children7120292
- Rauš K, Pleschka S, Klein P, Schoop R, Fisher P. Effect of an Echinacea-Based Hot Drink Versus Oseltamivir in Influenza Treatment: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Double-Dummy, Multicenter, Noninferiority Clinical Trial. Curr Ther Res Clin Exp. 2015;77:66. 10.1016/j.curtheres.2015.04.001
- Bieuvelet S, Seyrig C, Leclerc C. [A preliminary survey on the interest of eating probiotics, cypress and echinacea to prevent the apparition of winter infections]. Phytotherapie (Paris). 2011;9:120. 10.1007/s10298-011-0613-x
- Sharma M, Anderson SA, Schoop R, Hudson JB. Induction of multiple pro-inflammatory cytokines by respiratory viruses and reversal by standardized Echinacea, a potent antiviral herbal extract. Antiviral Res. 2009;83:165. 10.1016/j.antiviral.2009.04.009
- Randolph RK, Gellenbeck K, Stonebrook K, Brovelli E, Qian Y, et al. Regulation of human immune gene expression as influenced by a commercial blended Echinacea product: preliminary studies. Exp Biol Med (Maywood). 2003;228:1051. PubMed
