Metagenics Lysine Shield 60 Tablets

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Metagenics Lysine Shield 60 Tablets

Ingredients in Viraclear have been shown to or may: Relieve the symptoms of cold sores. Reduce the frequency and recurrence of cold sores. Provides 1600mg of lysine hydrochloride per day with Astragalus. Clinical benefits: May reduce the symptoms, frequency and recurrence of cold sores. Viraclear contains nutrients that have been shown to reduce the symptoms and severity of cold sore lesions and reduce cold sore recurrence.

Indications (as stated by the manufacturer)

• May reduce the symptoms, frequency and recurrence of cold sores.
• Viraclear contains nutrients that have been shown to reduce the symptoms and severity of cold sore lesions and reduce cold sore recurrence.
• Vitamin C may inhibit herpes simplex virus-1 through its role in the formation of dehydroascorbic acid and its ability to inhibit certain kinases and enzymes involved in vital replication.
• Zinc has been shown to inactivate herpes simplex virus-1 by inhibiting the maturation of capsid proteins, hindering their use as structural components of the HSV-1 virus.
• Astragalus is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to maintain healthy immune function and may also assist in strengthening the immune system.
• Lysine may reduce cold sore symptoms via inhibiting the replication of herpes simplex virus-1. This is by competing with arginine which is required for HSV-1 replication.

Key features

• Presentation: Tablet
• Pack size: PKT 60
• GTIN: 09315771013014

Ingredients

Active ingredients per serve (as stated by the manufacturer):

• Astragalus membranaceus (Astragalus) root extract — 200 mg
• equiv. root dry — 2 g
• Lysine hydrochloride — 800 mg
• Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) — 250 mg
• Zinc sulfate monohydrate — 33 mg
• equiv. Zinc — 12 mg Free from animal products, dairy protein, lactose, eggs, gluten, wheat, nuts, yeast, soy protein, starches and salt. Free from artificial colours, flavours and preservatives.

Directions for use

Adults:
Take 1 tablet twice daily for the relief of cold sore symptoms.
Take 1 tablet daily to help reduce the recurrence of cold sores.
Store below 30°C.
Store below 30°C.

Warnings

• Always read the label and follow the directions for use.
• If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.
• If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Frequently asked questions

What is Metagenics Lysine Shield 60 Tablets?

Ingredients in Viraclear have been shown to or may: Relieve the symptoms of cold sores. Reduce the frequency and recurrence of cold sores. Provides 1600mg of lysine hydrochloride per day with Astragalus.

How do I use Metagenics Lysine Shield 60 Tablets?

Adults: Take 1 tablet twice daily for the relief of cold sore symptoms. Take 1 tablet daily to help reduce the recurrence of cold sores. Store below 30°C. Store below 30°C.

Is this product TGA listed?

This product is sold in Australia by Metagenics. For specific TGA listing status (AUST L or AUST R), please refer to the on-pack labelling. David Jones Pharmacy follows manufacturer-provided information for all listings.

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL ON THE PRODUCT AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE UNLESS DIRECTED BY YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.

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