Echinacea purpurea

Studied for: Infection - Antibiotic

Infection - Antibiotic

What the research found

Reduced URTI duration (SMD −0.19) and antibiotic use (RR 0.18) in children

Dose used in studies

Diverse formulations; optimal dosing not established

Side effects reported

Mild adverse events moderately increased (RR 1.38)

References

Pham2025

Not medical advice

Trials are run on specific people, for specific reasons, over a set period. Your medications, conditions and bloodwork can change what is safe for you. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before starting.