Echinacea Angustifolia root 1:2

Botanical name: Echinacea Angustifolia
Common name: Echinacea, narrow-leaved purple coneflower or blacksamson echinacea
Plant part: Root
Strength: 1:2
Source (Organic or Trade): Organic
Country of Origin: New Zealand/USA
Weekly Dosage (mL): 20-100mL

Actions: Anti-inflammatory, Depurative, Immune enhancer, Immune modulator, Lymphatic, Vulnerary

Main indication: Acute & chronic infections, Enlarged lymph nodes, Immune dysfunction, Cancer (adjunctive treatment), Respiratory conditions, Skin conditions, Urinary conditions, Wound healing

Safety information: None identified

Drug Interactions: Immunosuppressive agents (eg cyclosporin, tacrolimus) - Theoretical reduction in immunosuppressive effects, though no cases reported
Marijuana - Increased sensitivity to pharyngeal irritant effects of alkamide-rich liquid preparations reported

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