Discontinued, the whole brand has moved its product portfolio and formulations across to the Fusion range. Alternative product: Fusion Astra 8

Oriental Botanicals Astragalus 8, Tablets and Liquid

A powerful Chinese herbal medicine for immunity and resistance against viral infections.

Description: A powerful Chinese herbal medicine to:

• Promote a healthy immune system
• Enhance recovery during convalescence
• Reduce the risk of developing colds and flu
• Enhance recovery post-operatively and following illness
• Help restore good health

The herbs in Astragalus 8 have been used for centuries to help people strengthen their body’s defences and restore good health. Astragalus 8 is based on an ancient Chinese therapy called Fu Zheng Pei Ben. In Chinese medicine terms Fu Zheng means to rectify and support the normal, healthy vital energy (Qi) of all body systems, while Pei Ben means to strengthen the resistance mechanisms of the body especially those relating to healthy immune function.The scientifically proven herb Astragalus is combined with seven other potent immune system herbs including Ganoderma (Reishi), Codonopsis, Atractylodes, Shisandra, Siberian ginseng, Ligustrum and Licorice to create this modern Chin.

Ingredients: 

Each tablet contains:

•  Astragalus membranaceus (Astragalus) root            3g (3000mg)
• Ligustrum lucidum (Ligustrum) fruit                           1g (1000mg)
• Atractylodes macrocephala (Atractylodes ) root                 750mg
• Codonopsis pilosula (Codonopsis) root                                750mg
• Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi) fruiting body                          650mg
• Eleutherococcus senticosus (Siberian Ginseng) root          450mg
• Schisandra chinensis (Schisandra) fruit                               300mg
• Glycyrrhiza uralensis (Licorice) root and stolon                  100mg

Dose and Administration:

• Adult: 2 tablets once or twice daily.
• Child: (2 – 5yrs) 1/2 – 1 tablet once or twice daily.
• Child: (6 – 12yrs) 1 to 2 tablets once or twice daily.
• An extra dose may be taken as professionally advised.
• The usual duration of therapy is 1 – 2 weeks after minor infection; 2 – 4 weeks if at risk of developing post-viral fatigue; 4 – 6 weeks post-operatively and following chronic infection.
• Long-term therapy may be necessary for people with chronic immune weakness, 1-2 tablets once daily, indefinitely.
• Not to be used in children under 5 years without professional advice.
• Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist consult your pharmacist or healthcare practitioner.

Contraindications:

During pregnancy, always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before taking herbal medicines and nutritional supplements. Don’t use during acute infection, particularly when fever is present. Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner.