Herbal medicine

What are Echinamed forte tablets and when are they used?

The fresh plant preparation Echinamed forte tablets is made from the fresh, flowering herb and the fresh roots of purple coneflower . Echinamed forte tablets are traditionally suitable for susceptibility to colds. They also promote the healing process for colds. Echinamed forte tablets serve to increase the body's own defenses in the event of susceptibility to colds and feverish colds.

When should EchinaMed forte tablets not be taken or only with caution?

Echinamed forte tablets should not be used if there is a known hypersensitivity to one of the ingredients or to composite plants in general ( composites or asteraceae, such as arnica, yarrow, echinacea, etc.)! The preparation is not suitable for children under 12 years of age. For fundamental reasons, Echinamed forte tablets should not be used in the case of autoimmune diseases, leukemia or multiple sclerosis. Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking other medicines (including those you bought yourself).

Can Echinamed forte tablets be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child when used as directed. However, systematic scientific investigations have never been carried out. As a precaution, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.

How do you use Echinamed forte tablets?

In case of susceptibility to colds (preventative): Adults and adolescents from 12 years of age 1 tablet twice a day about 1/2 hour before Let it melt in your mouth with meals or take it with some liquid.

For colds and feverish colds (acute): Adults 2 tablets 2 times a day and adolescents from 12 years of age 1 tablet 2 times a day approx. 1/2 hour before meals. Allow to dissolve in the mouth or take with some liquid. It should not be taken continuously for more than 2 months. Follow the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Echinamed forte tablets have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Echinamed forte tablets: in rare cases, hypersensitivity reactions (such as skin rashes and very rarely also asthma, circulatory reactions) observed. In this case, the treatment should be stopped immediately and a doctor consulted. If you notice any side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What else needs to be considered?

Echinamed forte tablets should be stored at room temperature (15 - 25° C) and out of the reach of children. Echinamed forte tablets may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container. Unused or expired packs should be returned to your pharmacist for disposal. Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information.

What does the Echinamed forte tablets contain?

1 Echinamed forte tablet contains: Spissum extract consisting of 1140 mg tincture of fresh, blooming purple coneflower* (drug extractant ratio 1:12, extractant ethanol 65% (v/v)) and 60 mg tincture of fresh coneflower roots* (drug-extractant ratio 1:11, extractant ethanol 65% (v/v)). This preparation also contains auxiliary substances. Contains lactose. * from controlled organic cultivation

Approval number

57812 (Swissmedic)

Where can you get Echinamed forte tablets? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription, in packs of 40 and 120 tablets.

Authorization holder

A.Vogel AG, CH-9325 Roggwil

This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in March 2014.