Elderberry for prevention and treatment of viral respiratory illnesses: a systematic review
Complementary Therapies in Medicine · 2019
Reviewed guidance
Elderberry for common cold
Elderberry has limited clinical evidence suggesting possible symptom benefit in viral respiratory illness, but the evidence base for common cold specifically remains small and uncertain.
What this means
Support for common cold symptoms
Safety & cautions
Get medical care for symptoms that are severe, last longer than expected, get worse, or otherwise concern you.
Household preparations
Practical ways to use the ingredient may not provide the same form or amount discussed in the evidence.
Evidence transparency