Indications

Cold-Pro Immune Formula™ is a supportive therapy in the treatment of upper respiratory tract infections. It helps to maintain immune system function and helps to relieve the symptoms and shorten the duration of respiratory tract infection.

Ingredients

Each capsule contains

Andrographis (4% andrographolides) … 300mg
Reishi mushroom (ganoderma lucidum 25% polysaccharides) … 100mg
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) … 100mg
Echinacea purpurea 4:1 (root) … 87.5mg
Astragalus membranaceus 4:1 (root) … 75mg
American ginseng (panax quinquefolius) 10:1 … 60mg
Zinc elemental (zinc citrate) … 2.5mg

Non-medicinal ingredients: Vegetable-grade magnesium stearate, vegetable capsule.

Description

A common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract that includes your nose and throat. Symptoms usually appear one to three days after exposure and include the typical sore throat, runny or congested nose, cough, sneezing, low-grade fever and mild body aches. A fever higher than 39.4 C distinguishes a cold from a different type of viral infection.

Your immune system is the first defence against infectious organisms. It’s made up of a network of cells, tissues and organs that work together to create an immune response. Most of the time it does its job, but sometimes a weak link can allow for a virus or other infectious organisms to creep in and lead to illness.

Cold-ProTM Immune Formula is designed to maintain and strengthen the immune system, aid in the symptomatic relief of colds and flus and speed recovery. It contains seven potent, immune boosting nutrients plus antiviral and antibacterial herbs. Research shows that each ingredient in Cold-ProTM is extremely effective on its own and combining them has produced a synergistic and powerful immune formulation.

Quantity

90 vegetable capsules

Dose

Adults - Take 2 capsules 2 times per day with food or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Take at first sign of infection, a few hours before or after taking other medications. Consult a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 2 months.

Potential side effects/Safety

Cautions and Warnings:
Contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women and those with bleeding disorders, gastric hyperacidity such as duodenal ulcers and oesophageal reflux, or allergies to reishi mushroom, echinacea or any other member of the daisy family.

Caution advised with medical conditions including diabetes, autoimmune disorders and progressive systemic diseases such as tuberculosis, leukosis, collagenosis and multiple sclerosis.

Drug interactions:
Caution advised when used concurrently with immunosuppressants, digoxin or blood thinners.

Side effects:
User should discontinue use if hypersensitivity to echinacea or reishi mushroom occurs. Diarrhoea, nausea or skin irritation may occur.

References

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