Formulation:
Capsule (Jamieson)
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Alternate Names:Echinacea Cold & Flu (echinacea pupurea)
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What is Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) used for? |
Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) boosts and promotes your immune system and helps fight and prevent infections.
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When should Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) not be taken?
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Do not take Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) |
What precautions should I follow when taking Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) ?
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Before using Echinacea (echinacea pupurea), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement if you have impaired kidney or liver function, if you have heart or lung problem if you have severe systemic illness (especially tuberculosis (TB), diabetes or HIV infection), an autoimmune disorder (including multiple sclerosis (MS), lupus or rheumatoid arthritis), or allergies to sunflowers or daisy-like flowers. |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Echinacea (echinacea pupurea)?
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Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) is not intended for use by people who are under 18 years of age |
What are the side effects of Echinacea (echinacea pupurea)?
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Most severe: Allergic reaction (rash, itching, redness, burning), abdominal discomfort
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Most common: None
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Other: None
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How should I take Echinacea (echinacea pupurea)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) can be taken with or without food. Do not stop taking Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) or change the dose without checking with your health care provider. This could have serious adverse effects. Pregnant or lactating women should consult a health care provider before using any product. Consult health care provider before use if you have or have had a severe systemic illness (especially tuberculosis (TB), diabetes or HIV infection), an autoimmune disorder (including multiple sclerosis (MS), lupus or rheumatoid arthritis), or allergies to sunflowers or daisy-like flowers. Discontinue use and consult your health care provider if any adverse reactions occur including gastrointestinal discomfort or allergic reactions. Limit usage to no more than eight (8) consecutive weeks and then can be resumed after two weeks. Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18.Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Echinacea (echinacea pupurea). Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.
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How should Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) be stored?
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Store Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) in a dry place below 86 degree F. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Echinacea (echinacea pupurea), please talk with your health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. Echinacea (echinacea pupurea) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Echinacea (echinacea pupurea). If you have any questions about Echinacea (echinacea pupurea), ask your health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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