Echinaceae angustifoliae radix

In the case of the narrow-leaved coneflower, only the underground parts, the coneflower roots, Echinaceae angustifoliae radix are used phytotherapeutically. . Echinaceae angustifoliae radix, is an officinal preparation (Ph.Eur.8) from the whole or cut underground parts of the plant.

HMPC monograph: Traditional-use: Internal: Cold symptomsESCOP monograph
: Treatment and prevention of recurrent upper respiratory tract infectionsCommission
E monograph

: Negative monograph

, efficacy not provenat the time.

Echinacoside an ester of caffeic acid, further caffeic acid, chicory acid or cynarin, essential oils, polysaccharides and others

Promotion of wound healing, antiphlogistic, antimycotic, antiviral, non-specific immune modulation.

Internal: Supportive therapy for recurrent infections of the urinary and respiratory tract. Also for prophylaxis of infections.
External: for poorly healing, purulent wounds, mucous membrane lesions

With parenteral application dose-dependent fever reactions, also nausea and vomiting. Allergic reactions possible with parenteral application.

Not recommended in pregnancy and lactation, and in children under 12 years due to lack of data. Allergies to any of the ingredients

Not to be used for progressive systemic diseases for fundamental reasons. HIV infections, multiple sclerosis, autoimmune diseases.