Pelargonium sidoides for Acute Bronchitis
AMeta-analyses demonstrate Pelargonium sidoides (EPs 7630) may significantly reduce bronchitis symptom severity and working inability. Approved as a medicine for respiratory infections in multiple countries. RCT showed working inability decreased to 16% vs 43% in placebo group after 7 days.
The Bottom Line
Meta-analyses demonstrate Pelargonium sidoides (EPs 7630) may significantly reduce bronchitis symptom severity and working inability. Approved as a medicine for respiratory infections in multiple countries. RCT showed working inability decreased to 16% vs 43% in placebo group after 7 days.
Key Study Findings
Population: pediatric patients with respiratory tract infections
Population: patients with acute bronchitis, rhinosinusitis, and tonsillopharyngitis
Population: Patients with acute bronchitis from 7 hospitals
Population: Adults with acute bronchitis
Population: Covid-19
Population: Ab received eps 7630 syrup or solution for 7 days
Key Statistics
8
Studies
2000
Participants
Positive
Grade
Referenced Papers
Dosage & Usage
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units
Commonly Used Dosages
- general:
- 30 drops (1.5 mL) liquid extract 3x/day or 20 mg EPs 7630 tablets 3x/day
- duration:
- 7-14 days
Upper limit: No established UL
Dosages Studied in Research
| Dosage | Duration | Effect | N |
|---|---|---|---|
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | 1 weeks | Neutral | 240 |
| Ivy leaf extract + Coptidis rhizome | 1 weeks | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Mixed | -- |
| 7.2% | 1.0 weeks | Positive | 591 |
| 83.6% | 10.4 weeks | Mixed | 505 |
| None | -- | Positive | 2195 |
Best taken: At onset of respiratory symptoms; 3x daily for up to 14 days
Safety & Side Effects
Reported Side Effects
- ⚠ Gastrointestinal discomfort (rare)
- ⚠ Allergic skin reactions (rare)
- ⚠ Nosebleeds (rare)
- ⚠ Hepatotoxicity (very rare, case reports)
Known Interactions
- ● Anticoagulants (theoretical increased bleeding risk due to coumarin content)
- ● Immunosuppressant medications (may modulate immune function)
Tolerable upper intake: No established UL
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