Echinacea
Echinacea has traditionally been used to treat or prevent colds, flu, and other infections. There are nine known species of herb echinacea, all of which are native to the United States and southern Canada.
For Consumers
- Colds/Flu
- Using Dietary Supplements Wisely
- Echinacea (MedlinePlus)
- NCCAM Director's Message: Echinacea—What Have We Learned and Where Are We Going?
Research Spotlights
- Study Finds Echinacea Does Not Reduce Duration and Severity of the Common Cold (December 2010)
- Echinacea for the Prevention and Treatment of Colds in Adults: Research Results and Implications for Future Studies (October 2005)
- Three Studies Find Echinacea Ineffective Against the Common Cold (July 2005)
Ongoing Medical Studies
- Search for Active Medical Research Studies (ClinicalTrials.gov)
For Health Professionals
Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Herbs and Supplements in Managed Care (The Permanente Journal)
Continuing Education (CME, CEU)
Scientific Literature
- Systematic Reviews/Reviews/Meta-Analysis (PubMed® Citations)
- Randomized Controlled Trials (PubMed® Citations)
- Herb-Drug Interactions (PubMed® Citations)
