{"product_id":"herbion-immunity-lozenges","title":"Herbion Immunity Lozenges, Cherry or Orange, 25 Lozenges, Case of 5","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHerbion Immunity Lozenges Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lozenge built around three immune nutrients — \u003cstrong\u003evitamin C, echinacea and zinc\u003c\/strong\u003e — in \u003cstrong\u003eCherry or Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e. 25 lozenges per pack, sold as a case of 5.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a different product from the Herbion cough lozenges, not a flavour of them. The cough lozenges are a seven-herb formula aimed at an active cough and sore throat. \u003cstrong\u003eThis one is an immune-support supplement\u003c\/strong\u003e with its own NPN and its own dosing, and there is no Adhatoda vasica, menthol or expectorant action in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach lozenge carries \u003cstrong\u003e50mg vitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e3.75mg of a 4:1 echinacea extract\u003c\/strong\u003e (equivalent to 15mg dried \u003cem\u003eEchinacea purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e) and \u003cstrong\u003e2mg zinc as zinc citrate\u003c\/strong\u003e — an organic acid salt, better absorbed and gentler on an empty stomach than zinc oxide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dosing is unusually flexible and scales by age, which is what makes the lozenge format work here. Children 6 to 13 take 1 to 4 daily, adolescents 14 to 18 take 1 to 6, and adults take 1 to 8. At the adult maximum that is 400mg of vitamin C and 16mg of zinc across the day, so the upper end is a real dose rather than a token one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmmonium glycyrrhizinate, a licorice derivative, sits in the base alongside eucalyptus essential oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho Herbion Immunity Lozenges Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese suit anyone who wants vitamin C, echinacea and zinc in a format they will actually keep up with through cold season, and households wanting one product that works across ages from 6 upward. A case of 5 packs is sensible for a family or an office that goes through them each winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeak to a practitioner before use if you take immunosuppressive medication, or if you have a progressive systemic disease such as tuberculosis, collagenosis, multiple sclerosis, HIV or AIDS, or an auto-immune disorder. Echinacea stimulates immune activity, which is exactly the wrong direction in those situations.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTake with food, and a few hours apart from other medications or natural health products.\u003c\/strong\u003e These contain sugar and liquid glucose. Do not exceed the maximum daily dose for your age group.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHerbion Immunity Lozenges Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Immune Nutrients\u003c\/strong\u003e — Vitamin C, echinacea and zinc in one lozenge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50mg Vitamin C Per Lozenge\u003c\/strong\u003e — Up to 400mg daily at the adult maximum of 8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZinc as Citrate\u003c\/strong\u003e — An organic acid salt, better absorbed and gentler than zinc oxide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4:1 Echinacea Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3.75mg per lozenge, equivalent to 15mg of dried Echinacea purpurea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge-Scaled Dosing\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1 to 4 daily from age 6, 1 to 6 from 14, 1 to 8 for adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCherry or Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e — 25 lozenges per pack, sold as a case of 5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicensed Under NPN 80112584\u003c\/strong\u003e — A distinct product from the cough lozenge range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\" id=\"faq-herbion-immunity-lozenges\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What is Herbion Immunity Lozenges?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eA lozenge combining vitamin C, echinacea and zinc for immune support, in Cherry or Orange. 25 per pack, case of 5.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How is this different from Herbion Cough Lozenges?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eA different product entirely. The cough lozenges are a seven-herb formula with menthol and an expectorant. This is immune support with its own NPN and no cough action.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How many come in a case?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eFive packs of 25 lozenges.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What age can take them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eFrom 6 years. Children 6 to 13 take 1 to 4 daily, adolescents 14 to 18 take 1 to 6, and adults 19 and over take 1 to 8.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why zinc citrate rather than zinc oxide?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eCitrate is an organic acid salt that absorbs better and is considerably gentler on an empty stomach. Oxide is cheaper and is the usual reason zinc supplements cause nausea.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What does a 4:1 echinacea extract mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eFour parts dried herb concentrated into one part extract. The 3.75mg here corresponds to 15mg of dried Echinacea purpurea.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Is 50mg of vitamin C a meaningful amount?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003ePer lozenge it is modest, but the dosing is designed to accumulate - at the adult maximum of 8 lozenges you reach 400mg of vitamin C and 16mg of zinc across a day.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsage and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How do I take them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eAllow one lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth, one every two to three hours. Take with food, a few hours before or after other medications or natural health products. Do not exceed the daily maximum for your age.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Are there any cautions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsult a practitioner before use if you take immunosuppressive medication, or if you have a progressive systemic disease such as tuberculosis, collagenosis, multiple sclerosis, HIV or AIDS, or an auto-immune disorder.\u003c\/strong\u003e Echinacea stimulates immune activity, which is the wrong direction in those conditions. Contains sugar.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How should I store them?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eIn a cool, dry place away from direct heat and moisture.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Herbion Naturals","offers":[{"title":"Cherry","offer_id":47559076479147,"sku":"427620","price":37.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange","offer_id":47629069844651,"sku":"427625","price":37.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4126\/8139\/files\/427620.jpg?v=1785865865","url":"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/herbion-immunity-lozenges","provider":"Vitamart.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}