“Is Septalin safe for children?”

Most children at 3 years old are still getting normal respiratory viruses but will improve by school age. Extra vitamin C and hand washing have proven effective. We do not recommend herbal supplements at this age because dosing and purity has not been tested

First of all, there is nothing you can take that will “boost” your immune system. We inherit our constitution and ability to fight infections from our parents. There are rare congenital immunodeficiencies that have various manifestations. It is important to eat right, get proper rest and wear appropriate clothing. Upon research of this “herbal” remedy, they claim that it “boosts” the immune system. Yet there is no scientific research to corroborate that. Furthermore, the supplements industry isn’t well regulated and can potentially be harmful with some of their ingredients.

For instance, there is black licorice in this particular “remedy,” which has been associated with adverse human effects like increased blood pressure and other mineral abnormalities in the body. Be wary of outlandish, unrealistic claims of medicines and durable medical products.

I don't think there should be any issues with it. I unfortunately can not say for sure as is the case with any holistic product. There are minimal to no research on the long term safety of this or most natural products in kids. I looked through the ingredients and they seem benign and should not be an issue in children. Like anything, there is always a chance for a reaction from any medication/natural product so start at a low dose and work up.

No, I do not recommend any immunity boosting unless the child's immune system is compromised. Offer a healthy diet with natural macrobiotics, like yogurt.