Prakt. lékáren. 2012; 8(5): 246-248

Echinacea - therapeutic effects and possible interactions

doc.PharmDr.Lenka Tůmová, CSc.
Katedra farmakognozie Faf UK, Hradec Králové

The article deals with therapeutic effects of Echinacea plants intended for treating and profylaxion of cold common disease. The reported

side effects and possible interactions of this drug with other medications are discussed.

Keywords: Echinacea, interaction, side effects

Published: November 1, 2012  Show citation

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Tůmová L. Echinacea - therapeutic effects and possible interactions. Praktické lékárenství. 2012;8(5):246-248.
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