Pelargonium sidoides pour Acute Bronchitis
A Preuves Plusieurs grands essais cliniques montrent de manière constante des bénéfices significatifs.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.
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En conclusion
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
Other
Research Landscape and Emerging Trends in Herbal Medicine for Pediatric Respiratory Tract Infections: A CiteSpace-Based …
Dose: None
vs: None
Outcome: research landscape of herbal medicine for pediatric RTIs
Effet: None
None
Population: pediatric patients with respiratory tract infections
Systematic Review
Pelargonium sidoides - from ethnopharmacology to evidence-based medicine: a systematic review.
Dose: None
vs: None
Outcome: clinical efficacy of Pelargonium sidoides for respiratory tract …
Effet: None
None
Population: patients with acute bronchitis, rhinosinusitis, and tonsillopharyngitis
Randomized Controlled Trial
n=240
1 weeks
Double-blind
Efficacy and Safety of YJP-40 in Patients with Acute Bronchitis: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel Group …
Dose: None
vs: Umckamin syrup (P. sidoides extract alone)
Outcome: Change in bronchitis severity score (BSS) at day …
Effet: BSS change: -4.31 vs -4.36
non-inferiority demonstrated
Population: Patients with acute bronchitis from 7 hospitals
Randomized Controlled Trial
1 weeks
Double-blind
Efficacy and safety of mixture of ivy leaf extract and coptidis rhizome in the treatment …
Dose: Ivy leaf extract + Coptidis rhizome
vs: Pelargonium sidoides extract
Outcome: Bronchitis severity score (BSS)
Effet: None
None
Population: Adults with acute bronchitis
Review
Chronobiological Efficacy of Combined Therapy of Pelargonium Sidoides and Melatonin in Acute and Persistent Cases …
Dose: None
vs: None
Outcome: inflammation markers
Effet: None
None
Population: Covid-19
Randomized Controlled Trial
n=591
1.0 weeks
Open-label
Safety of Pelargonium extract EPs 7630 in young children with acute bronchitis.
Dose: 7.2%
vs: None
Outcome: None
Effet: None
None
Population: Ab received eps 7630 syrup or solution for 7 days
Key Statistics
8
Études
2000
Participants
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Positive
A
Note
Referenced Papers
Health science reports
2026
Pelargonium sidoides - from ethnopharmacology to evidence-based medicine: a systematic review.
Systematic Review
Phytomedicine : international …
2026
Tuberculosis and respiratory …
2025
Current medical research …
2024
2 citations
Frontiers in pediatrics
2023
7 citations
Effects of EPs 7630 on the duration of inability to work in acute bronchitis - a meta-analysis.
Other
Multidisciplinary respiratory medicine
2023
4 citations
Advances in experimental …
2023
2 citations
Phytochemical analysis : …
2022
14 citations
Multidisciplinary respiratory medicine
2022
13 citations
The Korean journal …
2022
3 citations
BMC complementary medicine …
2021
16 citations
Complementary and alternative medicine in the treatment of acute bronchitis in children: A systematic review.
Systematic Review
Complementary therapies in …
2020
36 citations
PloS one
2019
50 citations
Faster recovery and reduced paracetamol use - a meta-analysis of EPs 7630 in children with acute respiratory tract infections.
Meta-Analysis
BMC pediatrics
2019
27 citations
Integrative medicine (Encinitas, …
2019
17 citations
Pilot and feasibility …
2019
8 citations
International journal of …
2018
55 citations
Current medical research …
2018
28 citations
Phytomedicine : international …
2015
35 citations
Planta medica
2015
9 citations
The Cochrane database …
2013
125 citations
Current medical research …
2013
25 citations
Antiviral research
2012
107 citations
Pediatrics international : …
2012
56 citations
Annals of hepatology
2012
Holistic nursing practice
2012
Phytomedicine : international …
2011
139 citations
International journal of …
2010
64 citations
Acta paediatrica (Oslo, …
2010
63 citations
Current medical research …
2010
54 citations
Wiener medizinische Wochenschrift …
2010
6 citations
Journal of ethnopharmacology
2008
165 citations
Phytomedicine : international …
2008
100 citations
Pelargonium sidoides extract for acute respiratory tract infections.
Systematic Review
The Cochrane database …
2008
71 citations
Planta medica
2008
40 citations
Current medical research …
2007
81 citations
Phytomedicine : international …
2007
71 citations
Phytomedicine : international …
2007
54 citations
Phytomedicine : international …
2007
39 citations
Wiener medizinische Wochenschrift …
2007
23 citations
Phytomedicine : international …
2007
12 citations
Explore (New York, …
2005
100 citations
Phytomedicine : international …
2003
104 citations
Dosage & Usage
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units
Posologies couramment utilisées
- general:
- 30 drops (1.5 mL) liquid extract 3x/day or 20 mg EPs 7630 tablets 3x/day
- duration:
- 7-14 days
Limite supérieure : No established UL
Posologies étudiées dans la recherche
| Posologie | Durée | Effet | 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 |
Moment optimal de prise : At onset of respiratory symptoms; 3x daily for up to 14 days
Safety & Side Effects
Effets indésirables signalés
- ⚠ Gastrointestinal discomfort (rare)
- ⚠ Allergic skin reactions (rare)
- ⚠ Nosebleeds (rare)
- ⚠ Hepatotoxicity (very rare, case reports)
Interactions connues
- ● Anticoagulants (theoretical increased bleeding risk due to coumarin content)
- ● Immunosuppressant medications (may modulate immune function)
Apport maximal tolérable : No established UL
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Pelargonium sidoides help with Acute Bronchitis?
Based on 8 studies with 2,000 participants, there is strong evidence from multiple clinical trials that Pelargonium sidoides may support Acute Bronchitis management. Our evidence grade is A (Strong Evidence).
How much Pelargonium sidoides should I take for Acute Bronchitis?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 30 drops (1.5 mL) liquid extract 3x/day or 20 mg EPs 7630 tablets 3x/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of Pelargonium sidoides?
Reported side effects may include Gastrointestinal discomfort (rare), Allergic skin reactions (rare), Nosebleeds (rare), Hepatotoxicity (very rare, case reports). Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for Pelargonium sidoides and Acute Bronchitis?
We rate the evidence as Grade A (Strong Evidence). This rating is based on 8 peer-reviewed studies with 2,000 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.
Related Evidence
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