Patient One ViraCare™ supplies a botanical blend to stimulate immune system response. Combined with a foundation of standardized andrographis are standardized extracts of echinacea, eluthero and holy basil that supply additional immune-supportive polysaccharides, flavonoids and alkaloids. The immune boosting agents in ViraCare are recommended for short-term natural support when the body is challenged by stress and respiratory issues.
Andrographis is associated with reducing discomfort from respiratory challenges when taken at the onset of distress. Eluthero, echinacea and holy basil contribute adaptogenic actions in helping to protect against and resist the effects of occasional stress, including defense from upper respiratory challenges. Research also supports beneficial effects of the combination of andrographis with eluthero in supporting immune health.
Research
One British meta-analysis that drew on 7 controlled, double-blind trials with nearly 900 combined subjects examined the effectiveness of andrographis in the treatment of upper respiratory problems. The results indicated that andrographis performed better than placebo in minimizing upper respiratory tract symptoms. Researchers suggested that in addition to mitigating symptoms, andrographis may hold potential in warding off the onset of upper respiratory issues.
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in Chile focused on men and women ages 25 to 50 who each had upper respiratory issues. While one group of patients received placebo, the other took 1,200 mg of andrographis dried extract daily. By the fourth day, researchers found that andrographis appeared to be notably effective in easing upper respiratory symptoms. The same Chilean researchers conducted a study with similar constraints to determine if andrographis might also assist in maintaining upper respiratory wellness. This study, which included more than 105 volunteers around 18 years of age, divided the subjects into two groups, one with placebo and one receiving andrographis extract for every weekday during three months of winter. During the third month, the andrographis group had a notable lack of instances of upper respiratory issues. Researchers concluded by suggesting that andrographis appeared to reduce the risk of developing upper respiratory issues by 50%.
Several clinical trials have shown that people who take echinacea as soon as they feel sick reduce the severity of their cold and have fewer symptoms than those who do not take the herb. One study of 95 people with early symptoms of cold and flu (such as runny nose, scratchy throat, and fever) found that those who drank several cups of echinacea tea every day for 5 days felt better sooner than those who drank tea without echinacea.
One study suggested that echinacea extract exerted an antiviral action on the development of recurrent cold sores triggered by the herpes simplex virus (HSVI) when taken prior to infection.
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This product is free of milk, egg, fish, peanuts, crustacean shellfish, soy, tree nuts, wheat, yeast and gluten.
This product is free of ingredients derived from genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
Suggested Use
Loading Dose: Take 1 capsule every 2 hours for 12 hours, preferably with food.
Maintenance: Take 2 capsules per day for 5 or more days, or as directed by your health practitioner. Intended for short-term use (approximately 10 days), as needed.
Warnings
This product is contraindicated if you are pregnant or nursing or have a known allergy to plants of the daisy family. If you are taking any medications, consult your health practitioner before use. Discontinue use and consult your health practitioner if any adverse reactions occur. Keep out of reach of children. Use only if safety seal is intact.
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