Echinacea is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It owes its name "echi" to the spiny central part of the flower.
The active part of this plant is the aerial parts, which contain alkylamides, caffeic acid derivatives (especially chicoric and tartaric acid), polysaccharides (arabinogalactans, xyloglucans and pectic acids), as well as flavonoids, essential oils, polyacetylenes and hydroxycinnamic acid.
Properties
Traditionally, Echinacea has been used as an adjuvant in the treatment and prophylaxis of chronic recurrent infections of the upper respiratory tract (such as the common cold) as well as the urogenital tract.
Main indications
Colds, catarrhs.
Respiratory infections
Instructions for use
Take 1-2 capsules daily.
Precautions
Its use is not recommended for progressive systemic disorders or autoimmune diseases. It is recommended to discontinue use for no more than 8 consecutive weeks without specialist supervision.
