General Dosage
20mg EPs 7630 extract 3x daily or 30 drops liquid extract 3x daily
Maximum dose: Follow product labeling; clinical trials used the above doses for up to 14 days
Pelargonium (Umcka) Dosage Guide
Evidence:Moderate
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 20mg EPs 7630 extract 3x daily or 30 drops liquid extract 3x daily
Timing: Start within 48 hours of symptom onset for best results; continue for 7-14 days; take between meals
Dosage by Condition
Acute bronchitis
20mg tablet or 30 drops liquid 3x daily for 7-14 daysModerate
Acute cold/URI
20mg 3x daily started within 48 hours of symptom onsetModerate
Children (6-12 years)
10-20mg 3x daily for 7 daysModerate
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Acute bronchitis | 20mg tablet or 30 drops liquid 3x daily for 7-14 days | Moderate |
| Acute cold/URI | 20mg 3x daily started within 48 hours of symptom onset | Moderate |
| Children (6-12 years) | 10-20mg 3x daily for 7 days | Moderate |
Upper limit: Follow product labeling; clinical trials used the above doses for up to 14 days
Timing & Absorption
Start within 48 hours of symptom onset for best results; continue for 7-14 days; take between meals
Can be taken with or without food.
References
- Meta-analysisTimmer A, Gunther J, Motschall E, Rucker G, Antes G, Kern WV (2013). Pelargonium sidoides extract for treating acute respiratory tract infections. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. DOI PubMed
- Matthys H, Eisebitt R, Seith B, Heger M (2003). Efficacy and safety of an extract of Pelargonium sidoides (EPs 7630) in adults with acute bronchitis. Phytomedicine. DOI PubMed