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How long do i need to take echanacea and goldenseal for cold and congestion.

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Dr. Hamsa Jayaraj answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

1 month max: If you are not immune suppressed long term treatment is not recommended. 1-2 weeks is sufficient.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/6/2013

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Not of much use: You may stop as these medications are not of much use.

Answered 3/3/2013

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