Recommended Dosage: 10 to 40 drops 3 times per day.

Medicinal Use*: Contains a potent antibiotic and antifungal agent and high levels of Vitamin C. Usnea is primarily used in lung and upper respiratory tract infections, and urinary tract infections. Native Americans employed it as a compress to severe battle wounds to prevent infection and gangrene, and it was also taken internally to fight infections. Usnea contains potent antibiotics which can halt infection and are broad spectrum and effective against all gram-positive and tuberculosis bacterial species. Usnea was one ingredient in a product called Lipokinetix, promoted to induce weight loss via increase in metabolic rate. Also used to treat lupus, ringworm and athletes foot.

 *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking any dietary supplement.