Vira-Shield+ Andrographis is an herbal immune-boosting blend featuring three herbs: andrographis, licorice root, and indigowoad. These herbs work together to support & stimulate the immune system. Vira-Shield + Andrographis helps to support inflammatory cytokine balance1-2, respiratory function3, as well as eicosanoid balance of the arachidonic acid pathway4. **
1 Sheeja, K., Shihab, P.K., Kuttan, G. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities of the plant Andrographis paniculata Nees. Immunopharmacol Immunotoxicol. 2006;28(1): 129-140. PMID: 16684672.
2 Xu, Y.M., Lu, P.C. Experimental studies on immunostimulatory effects of the Isatis indigotica polysaccharide [in Chinese]. Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi. 1991 Jun;11(6): 357-359, 325-326. PMID: 1889106.
3 Hu, X.Y., Wu, R.H., Logue, M., Blondel, C., Lai, L.Y.W., Stuart, B., Flower, A., Fei, Y.T., Moore, M., Shepherd, J., Liu, J.P., Lewith, G. Andrographis paniculata (Chuān Xīn Lián) for symptomatic relief of acute respiratory tract infections in adults and children: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS One. 2017 Aug 4;12(8): e0181780. PMID: 28783743.
4 Abu-Ghefreh, A.A., Canatan, H., Ezeamuzie, C.I. In vitro and in vivo anti-inflammatory effects of andrographolide. Int Immunopharmacol. 2009 Mar;9(3): 313-318. PMID: 19110075.
** 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.