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3/21/2026
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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 7 Researches
7.9
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 11 Reviews
8.6
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
5
Total Carbohydrate
1 g
<1%*
Echinacea Extract Blend
100 mg
†
Echinacea purpurea root supercritical CO2 extract, Echinacea angustifolia root supercritical CO2 extract
Alkylamides
9 mg
†
Proprietary Extract Blend
800 mg
†
Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata) aerial parts extract, Organic Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) fruit extract, Organic Ginger (Zingiber officinale) root supercritical CO2 extract
Top Medical Research Studies
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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9
We explored the effects of Echinacea Plus herbal tea on flu symptoms in a well-structured study. Ninety-five participants with early symptoms like runny noses and sore throats were randomly assigned to drink either the tea or a placebo over five days.
After 14 days, results showed that those who consumed Echinacea felt relief faster than those on the placebo. This suggests that Echinacea tea could be a helpful remedy during cold or flu onset without any reported side effects.
After 14 days, results showed that those who consumed Echinacea felt relief faster than those on the placebo. This suggests that Echinacea tea could be a helpful remedy during cold or flu onset without any reported side effects.
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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
Prevents flu symptoms
175 people found this helpful
Use for prevention and the onset of flu symptoms! I discovered this product years ago and haven’t fallen ill since. At the first signs of symptoms, I take it along with other remedies, and the symptoms disappear. I've not had the flu in 5 years, despite previously being sick annually.
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9
Effective for flu
4 people found this helpful
Excellent product! It's my go-to medication whenever I travel. I take it immediately upon sensing the onset of symptoms, and it often prevents anything more serious from developing. It effectively eases fever, flu, coughs, and heatiness. I absolutely love it!
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7.5
Prevented severe sickness
4 people found this helpful
Amazing. I had the chance to test this product after being around sick passengers on a flight. Within 24 hours of arriving home, I felt symptoms of illness but began taking this product immediately. It prevented my condition from worsenings, avoiding full-blown cold or flu. While it seems pricey, it’s worth it to keep my health.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 7 Researches
7.9
- All Researches
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
9
We explored the effects of Echinacea Plus herbal tea on flu symptoms in a well-structured study. Ninety-five participants with early symptoms like runny noses and sore throats were randomly assigned to drink either the tea or a placebo over five days.
After 14 days, results showed that those who consumed Echinacea felt relief faster than those on the placebo. This suggests that Echinacea tea could be a helpful remedy during cold or flu onset without any reported side effects.
After 14 days, results showed that those who consumed Echinacea felt relief faster than those on the placebo. This suggests that Echinacea tea could be a helpful remedy during cold or flu onset without any reported side effects.
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 11 Reviews
8.6
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Prevents flu symptoms
175 people found this helpful
Use for prevention and the onset of flu symptoms! I discovered this product years ago and haven’t fallen ill since. At the first signs of symptoms, I take it along with other remedies, and the symptoms disappear. I've not had the flu in 5 years, despite previously being sick annually.
Read More
9
Effective for flu
4 people found this helpful
Excellent product! It's my go-to medication whenever I travel. I take it immediately upon sensing the onset of symptoms, and it often prevents anything more serious from developing. It effectively eases fever, flu, coughs, and heatiness. I absolutely love it!
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7.5
Prevented severe sickness
4 people found this helpful
Amazing. I had the chance to test this product after being around sick passengers on a flight. Within 24 hours of arriving home, I felt symptoms of illness but began taking this product immediately. It prevented my condition from worsenings, avoiding full-blown cold or flu. While it seems pricey, it’s worth it to keep my health.
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10
Flu symptoms relief
1 people found this helpful
Truly amazing. I never write reviews, but upon the onset of the severe flu season in 2017/2018, I took this product. Within 24 hours, all my aches, fever, and lethargy were gone. I've relied on it for colds, and I’m thoroughly impressed.
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9
Effective during flu
1 people found this helpful
Quick defense. I repeatedly buy this during the cold and flu season; it's the only product that works well for me!
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Frequently Asked Questions
8
Symptom relief
This is the first time I’ve tried this product. At the first sign of flu or infection, my family used it alongside other remedies this summer. Our symptoms faded within a couple of days. It's easy to take with no issues regarding taste or odour.
9
Effective for flu
4 people found this helpful
Excellent product! It's my go-to medication whenever I travel. I take it immediately upon sensing the onset of symptoms, and it often prevents anything more serious from developing. It effectively eases fever, flu, coughs, and heatiness. I absolutely love it!
References
- 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
- 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
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