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Echinacea Purpurea Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Echinacea Purpurea Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Low concern
Echinacea purpurea extract is a botanical commonly used in dietary supplements. NIH ODS reports it's generally well-tolerated for short-term use.
Found in
53 products
What it is
Extract from the flower, leaf, and stem of Echinacea purpurea (purple coneflower), a botanical.
Botanical extract used in supplements and functional beverages.
Why it's flagged
- Possible allergy in Asteraceae-sensitive individuals
- Limited evidence for many marketed claims
What regulators actually say
"Echinacea is generally well tolerated. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal symptoms or rashes."
"Allergic reactions to echinacea are more likely in individuals allergic to other plants in the daisy family."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted as dietary supplement ingredient under DSHEA; not approved as drug
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as botanical food ingredient
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