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Echinacea is an herbal remedy that may help the body defend itself from the viruses that cause colds, sore throats and the flu. Echinacea products can be found in most drug stores or health food stores.

 

Conditions

  • Immunity

Recommendations

  • Opt for zinc instead

Interactions & Side Effects

  • Minor side effects can include an upset stomach, nausea and dizziness. Serious side effects can include worsening of asthma symptoms and allergic reactions such as rash, swelling and difficulty breathing. If you have a history of allergy to daisies, ragweed, marigolds, chrysanthemums or related plants, you may be more at risk of having an allergic reaction to echinacea. Talk to your doctor right away about any side effects you are having.
  • If you are regularly taking other medicines, check with your doctor before taking echinacea. Echinacea may interact with these drugs and reduce their effectiveness or cause unwanted side effects. You should also tell your doctor if you drink beverages that contain caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke or if you use illegal drugs. These substances may affect the way echinacea works.
  • Echinacea may not be helpful if you have any of the following conditions: an autoimmune disorder (such as lupus), type 1 diabetes, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor before you start taking echinacea. You should not take echinacea if you are also taking immunosuppresants because echinacea may interact with these medicines.

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Disclaimer: This website is for information purposes only. By providing the information contained herein we are not diagnosing, treating, curing, mitigating, or preventing any type of disease or medical condition. Before beginning any type of natural, integrative or conventional treatment regime, it is advisible to seek the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.

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