Plum FlowerYin Chiao Chieh Tu Extract, 100 Tablets (2-Pack)

My acupuncturist turned me on to this, and it works great. It works best in the very first moment you think you might possibly have a sniffle or sore throat, but it can also decrease the severity of a cold if you stay on it throughout the illness. I've always used the blister packs and only recently bought the bottle, and the bottle ones seem to work just as well. Like other reviewers, I'm a little confused about the apparent difference in the pills, blister pack vs. bottle, so I'm going to ask the acupuncturist about it. I haven't noticed a difference in how they work.

As a new user of Chinese herbals, I am impressed with this product. At the first signs of a cold (sneezing, stuffy nose, wheezing, sore throat, or fatigue) I use it immediately and a cold hasn't developed. Every time. This has prompted me to do some research and I have purchased a companion product, Gan Mao Ling, also for warding off a cold. They are small tablets, easy to swallow four of them, three times a day. I haven't had to take them more one day. I also take one dose of Yin Chiao if I'm going to be in a crowded area or have been exposed. I know using Chinese herbals requires further research for safe, informed use. Re: the company: As far as I know, the Plum Flower company appears to be reputable. The bottle states it is US owned and operated since 1969 and states a quality guarantee: "No pharmaceuticals, Preservative free herbs when available, Scientifically authenticated herbs, Microbial and heavy metal tested, Produced at a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certified factory." The herbs are produced in China. Those statements were why I chose this company. Also on the bottle is the phone number and website of the company, always a good sign! The individual herbs are clearly listed, including other ingredients, as you would expect.

I greatly appreciate having the non-sugarcoated tablet option! Also appreciate that the expiration date is far enough out there that I will make use of both bottles!

Never sick more than 24 hours when I use this. FYI, not for stomach bugs type sick. This is colds or flu with respiratory junk. Take the minute you feel "off" and not like yourself. The trick is to catch it ASAP and start taking. Thr quicker you take this the faster your cold will go away. You have to listen to your body more and be in tune with your symptoms when you use herbs. The day you start feeling good and back to normal after being on this, take it for another day or two and then stop.

Works great when I feel a cold or something else coming on. It stops it.

This brand of Yin Chiao was recommended by my acupuncturist who studied acupuncture and herbal medicine in China. During cold and flu season, I keep bottles at home, at work, and in my purse. At the first sign of illness, I take 8-10 tablets every 4 hours (the dosage recommended by my acupuncturist) until I am feeling better. It seems to either prevent the illness from becoming established or results in a much milder illness than other people experience. I'm a HUGE believer in this product.

Knocks out an oncoming cold -- if you are diligent. Have to take 4 immediately. Not after you are well into the blowing and sneezing, but at the very first indication. Then take 4 again in a few hours. After about 3 or 4 doses (one or 2 days) it should have killed the cold. I always take this with me in my travels because you never know...and it's not highly available just anywhere. Have used for years. It works.

This has helped others but doesn't work for me since I have a compromised immune system. Will be looking elsewhere for immune support.