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5/22/2026
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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 7 Researches
7.9
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 11 Reviews
8.2
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
5
Total Carbohydrate
1 g
<1%*
Proprietary Extract BlendOrganic Echinacea purpurea root, seed and aerial parts, Organic Echinacea angustifolia root, Organic Echinacea purpurea root supercritical CO2 extract.
955 mg
†
Alkylamides
3 mg
†
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
Effective treatment
1 people found this helpful
Very useful for influenza. I have repurchased this numerous times. My boyfriend recovered swiftly from the flu after taking it for just 1-2 days. Without it, he would have been ill for a week. I also introduced this supplement to a friend whose family was infected; it proved very effective. Purple Daisy has become a staple in my home. During an infection, it's best to take 2 pills every 2 hours and several times a day, preferably with vitamin C for enhanced efficacy.
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7.5
Boosts immunity
1 people found this helpful
It seems to provide the extra immunity I need during this severe flu season in California, as I’ve managed to stay flu-free. I also take Echinacea with Vitamin C when I feel unwell and this seems to offer enough immunity to keep me from falling ill.
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7.5
Helpful during flu
4 people found this helpful
Great product! I've ordered this more than once and find it very helpful during flu season or when others are unwell. This echinacea is of excellent quality, and I highly recommend it.
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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
8.2
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Effective treatment
1 people found this helpful
Very useful for influenza. I have repurchased this numerous times. My boyfriend recovered swiftly from the flu after taking it for just 1-2 days. Without it, he would have been ill for a week. I also introduced this supplement to a friend whose family was infected; it proved very effective. Purple Daisy has become a staple in my home. During an infection, it's best to take 2 pills every 2 hours and several times a day, preferably with vitamin C for enhanced efficacy.
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7.5
Boosts immunity
1 people found this helpful
It seems to provide the extra immunity I need during this severe flu season in California, as I’ve managed to stay flu-free. I also take Echinacea with Vitamin C when I feel unwell and this seems to offer enough immunity to keep me from falling ill.
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7.5
Helpful during flu
4 people found this helpful
Great product! I've ordered this more than once and find it very helpful during flu season or when others are unwell. This echinacea is of excellent quality, and I highly recommend it.
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9
Quick relief
1 people found this helpful
Excellent! Echinacea is brilliant! As soon as I sense the flu starting, I drink echinacea, and everything clears up instantly! This should always be in the pharmacy.
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9
Prevents flu
Amazing! I take this at the moment I feel unwell, and I never actually get a full-blown flu.
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Frequently Asked Questions
9
Effective treatment
1 people found this helpful
Very useful for influenza. I have repurchased this numerous times. My boyfriend recovered swiftly from the flu after taking it for just 1-2 days. Without it, he would have been ill for a week. I also introduced this supplement to a friend whose family was infected; it proved very effective. Purple Daisy has become a staple in my home. During an infection, it's best to take 2 pills every 2 hours and several times a day, preferably with vitamin C for enhanced efficacy.
7.5
Prevents worse flu
Help in recovery. I have been taking this for years. It helps prevent the flu bug from getting worse by taking it right at the onset of flu. I take it diligently every two hours for one day for better effectiveness.
9
Prevents flu
Amazing! I take this at the moment I feel unwell, and I never actually get a full-blown flu.
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
