Nature's Way Sambucus Immune Syrup Elderberry, 4 fl oz (120 mL)

What Nature's Way Sambucus Immune Syrup is

Sambucus Immune Syrup by Nature's Way is a black elderberry (Sambucus nigra) syrup. Its front says "Immune Syrup · Elderberry · With Vitamin C, Zinc, Propolis & Echinacea", and the side of the box calls it "Daily Immune Support Syrup*". The box holds 4 fl oz (120 mL) and a dosage cup is included.

How to take it: for daily maintenance, adults take 2 teaspoons (10 mL) a day and children ages 7 and older take 1 teaspoon (5 mL) a day. At the adult daily dose the 4 fl oz box lasts 12 days; at the adult intensive-use dose (twice a day), 6 days.

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What the box says

• "Daily Immune Support Syrup*"
• "Powerful antioxidant support from vitamin C*"
• "Excellent source of vitamin C and zinc"
• "Antioxidant support from elderberry anthocyanins*"
• "Proprietary blend of echinacea and propolis for immune support*"
• "For centuries European black elderberries (Sambucus nigra L.) have been traditionally used for immune support during the winter months.* You can take elderberry extract daily for year-round traditional immune support.*"
• "Each elderberry is 100% hand-picked and harvested at just the right time. Berries are carefully inspected for quality and frozen on the same day they're picked to preserve them at their peak. We never use artificial colors — the proof is in the berry!"
• "Gluten free. No peanut, dairy, or artificial colors." The box also carries the "Vegetarian · Gelatin free" seal.

"*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease."

Supplement Facts

Other ingredients: "fructose, purified water, glycerin, natural flavor, preservatives to maintain freshness (potassium sorbate, citric acid)".

How to take it

"Recommendation: Dosage cup included. Shake well before each use."

• For daily maintenance: "Adults: Take 2 teaspoons (tsp) (10 mL) daily. Children ages 7 and older: Take 1 teaspoon (5 mL) daily."
• For intensive use: "Adults: Take 2 teaspoons (10 mL) twice daily. Children ages 7 and older: Take 1 teaspoon (5 mL) twice daily."

"Do not exceed recommended dose."

Frequently asked questions

How much do you take?
Adults: 2 teaspoons (10 mL) a day for daily maintenance, or twice a day for intensive use. Children ages 7 and older: 1 teaspoon (5 mL), once or twice a day.

Can I give it to my child?
Yes, from age 7 and with the children's dose. The box says it is "Not formulated for children under 7 years of age."

What does it contain besides elderberry?
100 mg of vitamin C, 10 mg of zinc and 478 mg of an echinacea and propolis blend per adult serving.

Does it have sugar?
Yes. It contains fructose: 5 g of added sugar per adult serving and 3 g per children's serving.

Who should not take it?
The box says it is "Not recommended for individuals with auto-immune conditions" and that individuals with allergies to plants of the Asteraceae (Compositae) family, including ragweed, should use it with caution. It contains propolis.

Caution

As printed on the box:

• "Caution: Not recommended for individuals with auto-immune conditions. Individuals with allergies to plants of the Asteraceae (Compositae) family, including ragweed, should use this product with caution. If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications, consult a healthcare professional before use."
• "Not formulated for children under 7 years of age."
• "Keep out of reach of children. Safety sealed with inner seal. Do not use if seal is broken or missing. Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight."

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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.