Is Cold-FX any good?
A newly revealed study shows that Cold-FX is ineffective as a cold and flu treatment. The study was conducted in 2004, but the results had never been publicly available until they came up in a class-action lawsuit against Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX), the National Post reports.
Who owns Cold-FX?
Valeant Pharmaceuticals
Cold-FX is a product derived from the roots of North American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius). It was formulated by Jacqueline Shan and originally manufactured by her company, Afexa Life Sciences (formerly called CV Technologies), which was acquired by Valeant Pharmaceuticals in 2011.
Where is Cold-FX manufactured?
China
Marketplace also uncovered that Cold-FX, which is marketed as being “proudly Canadian” is processed in two factories in China. Raw ginseng is turned into Cold-FX powder and then shipped to Canada where the powder is put in gel capsules and bottled.
Is Cold-FX a placebo?
Social Sharing. Cold-FX is no more effective at treating colds than a placebo, according to an unpublished study. It’s alleged the makers of Cold-FX chose not to release the findings, when they became known to the company in 2004.
Who should not take Cold-FX?
COLD-FX® products are not recommended for individuals with impaired liver or renal function. Individuals requiring anti-coagulant therapy such as warfarin should avoid use of COLD-FX® products. Individuals should consult a healthcare practioner prior to use if they have diabetes.
Is Cold FX a placebo?
Who should not take cold FX?
Does COLD-fX affect blood pressure?
Cold and flu medications can increase blood pressure, especially in people already struggling to control it, said Willie E. Lawrence, Jr. M.D., chief of cardiology at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri and a spokesman for the American Heart Association.
Can COLD-fX and Tylenol mix?
Taking them together can result in an overdose of acetaminophen, which can cause liver damage. Severe overdoses can even lead to death.
Is it OK to take COLD-fX everyday?
COLD-FX® Daily Support, COLD-FX® Chewable and COLD-FX® Extra Strength should be taken twice daily, during the cold and flu season to help reduce the frequency, severity and duration of cold and flu symptoms by boosting the immune system.
Can I take COLD-fX and Tylenol together?
How effective is Cold-fX?
While one group was given a placebo, participants in the other group were given 2 capsules of Cold-FX per day over a period of 4 months. The results showed that the Cold-FX group suffered fewer colds (0.25%) than the placebo group, fewer symptoms (1.5%) and fewer days of sickness (1.6%).
What research studies have been conducted on Cold-fX?
Throughout the development of COLD-FX, Afexa funded several research studies that put COLD-FX to the test. The largest was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial conducted on 323 healthy adults aged 18 to 65.
Does COLD-FX work for colds and flu?
Although COLD-FX isn’t a miracle cure for a cold or flu, it can certainly be a very effective preventative medicine. I like to use to use this product during cold and flu season or times of high stress when my immune system might need a little extra boost.
Is Cold fx a doping drug?
Cold FX is a popular cold remedy in Canada. It is so widely promoted by athletes that it had to be investigated for possible doping effects. Although it did escape getting on the list of banned substances, Cold FX has been beset by criticisms from health experts. Many contend that it is ineffective and also wrongly marketed.