Pelargonium sidoides — known as Umckaloabo in Zulu — is a small geranium from the high veld of South Africa and Lesotho, used in Zulu traditional medicine for chest complaints, tuberculosis, and respiratory infections for generations. Its dark root extract has been shown in clinical trials to significantly reduce the duration and severity of acute bronchitis, sinusitis, and tonsilitis. The extract acts as both a direct antimicrobial and immune-stimulating agent.
root
tincture, syrup, capsule
1.5ml liquid extract (EPs 7630) 3x daily; or as directed on standardised product
Generally safe. Rare reports of liver toxicity at very high doses. Avoid with anticoagulants.
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