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Oscillococcinum Homeopathic remedy for flu and Cold

Oscillococcinum Homeopathic remedy for flu and Cold

Oscillococcinum (o-sill-o-cox-see-num), Oscillo is safe, natural and easy to take. Oscillococcinum was discovered by a French physician named Joseph Roy (1891-1978). It is for temporary relief of symptoms of flu such as fever, chills, body aches and pains. The flu (influenza) is a highly infectious viral disease. Homoeopathic preparations, such as oscillococcinum or similar products, are often prescribed by homoeopaths for the prevention and treatment of the fluOscillo is used by millions of people and recommended by doctors around the world. It can be used by the whole family to help relieve the worst symptoms of the winter season.

How does Oscillococcinum work?

Oscillococcinum is thought to stimulate your body's own defenses. It works best at the onset of symptoms, when your body has more resources to react. In recent medical studies, 63% of patients treated with Oscillococcinum showed clear improvement in 48 hours. Oscillo works best when it is taken at the first sign of flu. So make sure you have some on hand to fend off your flu symptoms at their onset.

What is special about Oscillococcinum?

Oscillococcinum (Oscillo) is free from side effects and drug interactions. As a pharmaceutical company, Boiron complies with FDA regulations and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) requirements for the manufacturing of homeopathic medicines. All products marketed in the U.S. are made according to


the Homeopathic Pharmacopeia of the United States. Oscillococcinum (oh-sill-oh-coke-see-num) a homeopathic remedy that is a mouth full to say, but must be taken as soon as you feel the flu symptom if it is going to be effective, just one dose should do the trick.

Advantages of Oscillococcinum (Oscillo)

Oscillococcinum will not mask symptoms of an underlying serious condition. Oscillococcinum is NOT contraindicated if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, glaucoma, thyroid disease, kidney disorders or asthma and cannot use antihistamine or decongestant medications. Because of its safety, Oscillo is an excellent choice for children. Under the supervision of a physician, pregnant women and infants can also use Oscillo. Oscillococcinum is the #1 over the counter (OTC) flu medicine in France. Oscillococcinum is the #1 homeopathic flu medicine in the U.S.

Oscillococcinum Cautions

Do not use if the tray seal is broken. Consult your doctor before use in children under 2 years of age.

Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms persist for more than 3 days or worsen.

Consult your doctor before using this product, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

About the author:

Written by Chris Oscillococcinum Homeopathic remedy for flu and Cold

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