A.Vogel Echinacea Forte

HELPS FIGHT THE MISERY OF COLDS AND FLU

• High-strength Echinacea tablet

• Made from freshly harvested Echinacea purpurea herb and root

A herbal remedy for the prevention and treatment of colds, influenza-type infections, and similar upper respiratory tract conditions, sore throats, and mild lower urinary tract infections.

A.Vogel Echinaforce® Forte assists in modulating the immune response to infections. This extra-strength formula is the most concentrated Echinacea preparation in the Echinaforce® range.

WHAT IS ECHINAFORCE® FORTE?

Echinaforce® Forte is a Western herbal medicine for colds, flu, and upper respiratory tract infections. Like the tablet, drop, and junior variants, it contains Echinacea purpurea herb and root extract, widely known for its immune-supportive benefits.

As the name suggests, Echinaforce® Forte is extra strong and extra concentrated for the prevention and treatment of colds and flu. The tablets are round, greenish in appearance, and sweet tasting.

DOSAGE

Adults and children over 12 years:

To prevent colds and flu: Take 1 tablet daily before meals.

At times of increased infection risk: Take 1 tablet up to twice daily.

In acute cases: Take 1 tablet 3–5 times per day before meals. Tablets can be chewed or taken with water 15 minutes before meals.

Children 6–12 years:

Prevention dose: Take 1 tablet daily.

In acute cases: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

Children 2–6 years:

A.VOGEL ECHINAFORCE® JUNIOR chewable tablets or A.VOGEL ECHINAFORCE® drops are recommended.

Use during pregnancy:

Usage during pregnancy should be under the supervision of, and on the recommendation of, a doctor.

WHO SHOULD NOT USE ECHINAFORCE® FORTE

Those sensitive to allergens:

Speak to your GP before using a product containing echinacea.

Those allergic to peanut or soya:

This product contains soya polysaccharides.

Those with lactose sensitivities:

A.Vogel Echinaforce® Forte contains lactose, which may affect glycaemic control in patients with diabetes mellitus. Patients with galactosaemia, Lapp lactase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption, or fructose intolerance should not take A.Vogel Echinaforce® Forte.

ECHINAFORCE® FORTE BENEFITS

• Has anti-inflammatory properties

• Has anti-viral properties

• Has anti-bacterial properties

• Shortens the duration of colds and flu

• May help reduce the risk of contracting colds or flu

• Reduces the severity of cold and flu symptoms

• Supports and regulates the immune system

• Has minimal side effects for non-allergic individuals

• May help prevent complications such as sinusitis and pneumonia

HOW DOES ECHINAFORCE® FORTE WORK?

Prevention

Echinaforce® Forte helps regulate the body's resistance to colds and flu, decreasing the likelihood of infection. It works by helping prevent virus replication and virus cell penetration, and by supporting the body in combating invading viruses.

Treatment

Echinaforce® Forte can be used to treat colds, flu, and upper respiratory tract infections. This extra-strength formula works to reduce symptom severity as well as the duration of illness.

Prevention of complications

For at-risk populations — including those with compromised immune systems, young children, the elderly, smokers, and people under chronic stress — Echinaforce® Forte may help reduce the likelihood of complications such as sinusitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, bronchitis, and pneumonia. By reducing complications, it may also reduce the need for antibiotic treatment.

INGREDIENTS

Extract of organically grown fresh Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) herb and root.

Also contains lactose, potato starch, and magnesium stearate (vegetable source).

Each 750 mg tablet contains the equivalent of 1200 mg Echinaforce tincture.

This product contains lactose and may not be suitable for those who are lactose intolerant.

WARNING

Keep out of reach of children.

Store below 25°C and out of sunlight.

WHAT DOES ECHINAFORCE® FORTE TREAT?

This product treats the symptoms of colds, flu, respiratory tract infections (RTIs), and recurrent respiratory tract infections, including associated symptoms such as rhinitis, pharyngitis, catarrh, cough, pyrexia, malaise, and myalgia.