Echinacea: Uses, indications and cautions when using

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Echinacea is formulated for oral use, Echinacea is used to strengthen the immune system. The drug has a generic name of ECHINACEA PURPUREA ROOT. Echinacea is also available in liquid form.

1. Uses of Echinacea

Echinacea is used for viral infections such as the common cold and flu. It is used to strengthen the immune system. It has also been used to treat recurrent vaginal yeast infections ("yeast infections") along with antifungal products applied to the vaginal area. Some herbal/dietary supplements have been found to contain harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more details about the brand you use.

2. How to use Echinacea

Take this Echinacea by mouth as directed. Follow all instructions on the product packaging. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Long-term use may reduce the effect of this product. It is recommended that this product be used for no more than 8 weeks at a time.
If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.

3. Common side effects when using drugs and precautions

Nausea, numbness/tingling of lips/tongue, and an unpleasant taste in the mouth may occur. If these effects persist or get worse, tell your doctor.
Recorded cases of drug allergies with this product are very rare. Your risk of an allergic reaction is higher if you have asthma, frequent allergic reactions/skin rashes or hay fever. Get medical attention right away if you notice any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction: rash, itching or swelling (in the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor.
So to avoid dangerous side effects, before using the medicine you need to:
Before taking echinacea, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or for plants of the daisy family such as ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds and chrysanthemums; or if you have any other allergies. This product is made up of many ingredients, which may cause allergic reactions or other problems. talk to your doctor or pharmacist for more details. If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product: Asthma, cancer, problems in the immune system (disorders). autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus), HIV infection or tuberculosis, organ transplants. The liquid form of this product may contain sugar or alcohol. Use caution if you have diabetes, alcoholism or liver disease. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about how to use this product safely. If there is alcohol in this product, it may make you dizzy or drowsy. Marijuana can make you more dizzy and drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that requires alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. No Substance Use During pregnancy, this product should only be used when clearly needed. See your medical practitioner for details about the potential benefits and risks. In case if this product goes into breast milk. Consult a doctor before breast-feeding.

4. Drug interactions

Do not start, stop or change the dose of a medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Tell your doctor about all prescription and nonprescription medications you may be taking, especially of: Medicines that affect the immune system (eg, Azathioprine, tacrolimus), corticosteroids (eg: Hydrocortisone, prednisone). ).
Product contains alcohol, do not use in combination with metronidazole or disulfiram.
This product increases the effects of caffeine. Do not drink large amounts of caffeinated beverages (coffee, tea, some sodas) or eat large amounts of chocolate.
This document does not list all possible interactions. Therefore, before deciding to use this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medicines and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.

5. Overdose phenomenon

Pay special attention to the amount of medicine you take into your body, because it will cause an overdose. Get immediate medical attention if you experience severe symptoms such as shortness of breath or fainting.
Notes on drug use:
Do not share drugs with other people. Floranex is prescribed to treat your current problem. Do not arbitrarily decide to take medicine for other problems that you have. Store the medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and water or vapor into the product. Do not allow the medicine to freeze or the temperature is too high. Keep out of reach of children and your pets. Do not flush medication down the toilet or down the drain. Dispose of the drug properly when it has expired.

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Reference source: webmd.com