Higher Nature Pelargonium Cold Relief is used to relieve colds, sore throats, coughs & blocked or runny noses. Higher Nature Pelargonium Cold Relief is a traditional herbal medicinal product used to relieve the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections including the common cold, such as sore throat, cough, & blocked or runny nose, exclusively based upon long-standing use as a traditional remedy. On average, adults have between two & four colds a year, while children may have as many as eight to ten annually. Colds are highly infectious & symptoms can last from two days up to as long as 14 days. Higher Nature Pelargonium Cold Relief traditionally provides natural relief from the normal symptoms of the common cold. Pelargonium sidoides DC, the active ingredient in Higher Nature Pelargonium Cold Relief, is the best-researched herbal cough & cold medicine worldwide. For best results, take Higher Nature Pelargonium Cold Relief as soon as you are getting a cold. Native to South Africa, where it is known as ‘ Umckaloabo’, Pelargonium sidoides, or South African Geranium, has traditional use as a medicinal herb by the indigenous peoples. Umckaloabo means ‘heavy cough’ in the Zulu language. Pelargonium first came to Europe in the late 1800s, following its use by European gold miners for respiratory infection. Directions for use: Take 1 Higher Nature Pelargonium Cold Relief tablet three times daily (morning, midday, evening) (adults & children over 12 years). One tablet contains: 20mg Pelargonium (Pelargonium sidoides) DC root extract (8-10:1). Made from natural herbs. Independently assessed for quality & safety. Not suitable if under 12 years, pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffering from severe liver or kidney disease. Caution if taking warfarin, or suffering from an increased tendency to bleeding. Higher Nature Pelargonium Cold Relief tablets contain lactose monohydrate.