A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets - 42 Tablets

Description

A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets are a herbal remedy made from fresh Echinacea purpurea, used to relieve the symptoms of colds and flu, sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).

Key facts

Format	Tablets
Pack	42 tablets
Active ingredients	Per tablet: 380mg extract of fresh Echinacea purpurea herb and 20mg extract of fresh Echinacea purpurea root (as dry extracts)
Other ingredients	Potato starch, magnesium stearate, lactose
Age	Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years
Licence	PL 13668/0001

Who it is for

Adults and children over 12 years with symptoms of a cold, flu or upper respiratory tract infection
People who want to start a herbal remedy at the first signs of a cold

Not suitable for: Not for children under 12, during pregnancy or breastfeeding, for people allergic to echinacea or the daisy family, with lactose intolerance, or with autoimmune, immune or white-blood-cell conditions or on immunosuppressant treatment.

How to use

Read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.
Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years: take 2 tablets two to three times daily.
Start taking at the first signs of a cold.
Do not take more than the recommended dose.
Do not take for a cold or flu for more than 10 days; talk to your doctor if symptoms worsen or do not improve within 10 days.

Frequently asked questions

How many tablets do I take?

Adults and children over 12 take 2 tablets two to three times a day, starting at the first signs of a cold.

Can children take Echinaforce tablets?

Not under 12 years of age.

Can I take it while pregnant or breastfeeding?

No. The leaflet says not to use it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How long can I take it for?

Do not take it for a cold or flu for more than 10 days. See your doctor if you do not improve within 10 days or if you have a high temperature.

Does it contain lactose?

Yes. Do not use it if your doctor has told you that you are intolerant to lactose.

Safety and storage

Read the PIL. Report suspected side effects through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.
Stop taking and seek medical advice straight away if you notice signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, swelling or difficulty breathing.
Store below 25°C.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

This is a medicine. Always read the enclosed leaflet before use. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition or take other medicines.