HISTORY OF ECHINENCAP

In comparison with other medicinal plants, the history of use of Echinacea is relatively short. The plant originates from North America and was employed by the indigenous Indians. The first archaeological evidence dates from the 18th century. Included in the name Echinacea or purple coneflower are several species of the Asteraceae family: Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench, Echinacea angustifolia DC. and Echinacea pallida (Nutt.) Nutt. Information about the use of the plant from traditional healers ranges from external application for wounds, burns and insect bites to the chewing of roots for toothache and throat infections, and internal application for pain coughs, stomach cramps and snake bites. The interest of white settlers was also drawn to this medicinal plant. The first Echinacea preparation, known as Meyers Blood Purifier, arrived on the market around 1880, with rheumatism, neuralgia, and rattlesnake bites as indications.

At the beginning of the 20th century, Echinacea was the most frequently used plant preparation in the USA. Commercial cultivation was started in Germany around 1939. The introduction and cultivation of Echinacea in Switzerland by A. Vogel was around 1950. Chemists and pharmacologists became interested in Echinacea and many constituents are now known, such as polysaccharides, echinacoside, cichoric acid, ketoalkenes, and alkyl amides. The extracts exhibit immunostimulant properties and are mainly used in the prophylaxis and therapy of colds, flu and septic complaints. Although there are over 400 publications concerning the plant and dozens of preparations of Echinacea and the market, the true identity of the active principles still remains open for Echinacea.

WHAT IS ECHINENCAP

Echinencap is an advanced and unique technology incorporated by Umang Pharmatech where the extract of ingredients is encapsulated (coated) to make it more available and protects from environmental factors. Echinencap is available at various active dosage with Sustain Release (SR) and Immediate Release (IR) form, also customization is available as per the end use requirement.

ADVANTAGES OF ECHINENCAP

  • Delivery of higher level of actives
  • Protects from environmental influences such as exposure to Oxygen, moisture and light
  • For higher dosage of formulations

USES OF ECHINENCAP

  • May benefits to improve Immune system
  • May works as an higher antioxidants
  • May helps to lower blood sugar
  • May reduce feelings of anxiety
  • May have Anti-inflammatory properties
  • May help to treat skin concerns
  • May offer protection against cancer