Umckaloabo vs Agarikon

A South African plant used by Zulu healers for respiratory infections; clinical trials show significant efficacy for acute bronchitis, sinusitis, and tonsillitis.

Ancient European bracket fungus Hippocrates called "elixirium ad longam vitam".

Coumarins, Gallic acid derivatives, Proanthocyanidins, Tannins

Agaric acid, Chlorinated coumarins, Beta-glucans, Triterpenoids

Respiratory infections and tuberculosis in Zulu tradition, Throat and lung infections, Immune stimulation

Tuberculosis, Respiratory infections, Wound healing, Cough

Acute bronchitis (clinical evidence), Sinusitis and upper respiratory infections, Antiviral and immune modulation

Antiviral, Antibacterial, Anti-tuberculosis, Immune modulator

1.5ml tincture three times daily (EPs 7630 standardized extract)

500-1000mg extract daily

Avoid with anticoagulants, Avoid in pregnancy

Pregnancy, Nursing, GI sensitivity

GI disturbance, Rare bleeding prolongation

GI upset, Nausea