Vira-Immune Complex - Antiviral, Immune Support & Viral Infection Relief with Licorice, St John's Wort & Thuja

Vira-Immune Complex is a specialised antiviral and immune support formula combining Licorice (standardised to 30mg glycyrrhizinic acid), St John's Wort (standardised to 675mcg hypericins), and Thuja - three herbs with specific antiviral, immune-modulating, and antimicrobial properties for the treatment and prevention of viral infections. This practitioner-grade formula targets viral replication, supports immune defence, and addresses conditions including herpes viruses, recurrent viral infections, warts, and immune deficiency.

Three-Herb Antiviral & Immune Formula

Each serving contains therapeutic doses of three complementary antiviral herbs:

• Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) - 2.9g dry root equiv., standardised to 30mg glycyrrhizinic acid - premier antiviral and immune herb
• St John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) - 1.4g dry flowering top equiv., standardised to 675mcg hypericins - potent antiviral
• Thuja (Thuja occidentalis) - 200mg dry leaf equiv. - antiviral and immune modulator

What Vira-Immune Complex is Designed For

This specialised formula supports:

• Herpes virus infections (HSV-1, HSV-2, shingles)
• Recurrent viral infections
• Warts and HPV-related conditions
• Viral immune deficiency
• Epstein-Barr virus (glandular fever) recovery
• Chronic viral conditions
• Overall antiviral immune support

Licorice - Premier Antiviral & Immune Herb

Licorice is one of the most extensively researched antiviral herbs:

• Broad-spectrum antiviral - active against herpes, influenza, HIV, hepatitis, and other viruses
• Glycyrrhizinic acid (30mg) - primary antiviral compound
• Inhibits viral replication - prevents viruses from reproducing
• Interferon induction - stimulates natural antiviral immune proteins
• Immune modulation - balances and enhances immune response
• Anti-inflammatory - reduces viral-induced inflammation
• Adrenal support - supports immune resilience during illness
• 2.9g dry root equivalent - high therapeutic dose

St John's Wort - Potent Antiviral

St John's Wort has powerful and specific antiviral activity:

• Herpes virus activity - hypericin is specifically active against herpes viruses (HSV-1, HSV-2, VZV)
• Inhibits viral envelope - disrupts viral membrane integrity
• Broad antiviral spectrum - active against enveloped viruses
• 675mcg hypericins - high standardised dose for antiviral potency
• Anti-inflammatory - reduces viral-induced nerve inflammation
• Neuroprotective - protects nerve tissue from herpes virus damage
• Post-herpetic neuralgia - reduces nerve pain after shingles
• 1.4g dry flowering top equivalent - therapeutic dose

Thuja - Antiviral & Immune Modulator

Thuja provides specialised antiviral and immune support:

• Antiviral activity - traditional and research-backed antiviral properties
• Warts and HPV - traditional use for warts and papillomavirus conditions
• Immune modulation - enhances cell-mediated immunity against viruses
• Antimicrobial - broad antimicrobial activity
• Lymphatic support - supports lymphatic immune function
• 200mg dry leaf equivalent - therapeutic dose

Herpes Virus Support

Vira-Immune Complex is particularly effective for herpes virus conditions:

• Cold sores (HSV-1) - reduces frequency and severity of outbreaks
• Genital herpes (HSV-2) - reduces outbreak frequency and duration
• Shingles (VZV) - antiviral support during active shingles
• Post-herpetic neuralgia - reduces nerve pain after shingles
• Epstein-Barr virus - glandular fever and chronic EBV reactivation
• Cytomegalovirus (CMV) - antiviral support

Warts & HPV Support

Thuja and Licorice provide targeted support for warts:

• Common warts - traditional Thuja use for wart treatment
• Plantar warts - antiviral support for foot warts
• HPV-related conditions - immune support for human papillomavirus
• Immune enhancement - supports immune clearance of HPV

Recurrent Viral Infection Support

For those with recurrent or chronic viral conditions:

• Reduces recurrence frequency - ongoing antiviral immune support
• Strengthens antiviral immunity - enhances cell-mediated immune response
• Interferon support - Licorice stimulates natural antiviral proteins
• Chronic fatigue from viral illness - supports recovery from post-viral fatigue
• Immune deficiency - addresses underlying immune weakness

Synergistic Antiviral Support

Vira-Immune Complex's three-herb combination provides comprehensive antiviral care:

• Licorice + St John's Wort - dual antiviral action targeting different viral mechanisms
• Thuja - immune modulation and HPV/wart support
• Multi-mechanism antiviral - inhibits replication, disrupts envelope, and stimulates immunity
• Antiviral + immune - directly fights viruses while enhancing immune defence
• Acute + preventive - effective for both active infections and prevention

What Conditions is Vira-Immune Complex Used For?

Practitioners commonly recommend Vira-Immune Complex for:

• Herpes simplex (HSV-1 & HSV-2) - cold sores and genital herpes
• Shingles (herpes zoster) - active shingles and post-herpetic neuralgia
• Glandular fever - Epstein-Barr virus infection and recovery
• Warts - common, plantar, and HPV-related warts
• Recurrent viral infections - frequent colds, flu, and viral illness
• Post-viral fatigue - chronic fatigue after viral illness
• Chronic EBV reactivation - ongoing Epstein-Barr virus activity
• Viral immune deficiency - poor antiviral immune response

How Vira-Immune Complex Works

This formula provides antiviral support through multiple mechanisms:

• Viral replication inhibition - Licorice glycyrrhizinic acid prevents viral reproduction
• Viral envelope disruption - St John's Wort hypericin disrupts enveloped virus membranes
• Interferon induction - Licorice stimulates natural antiviral immune proteins
• Cell-mediated immunity - Thuja enhances T-cell antiviral response
• Anti-inflammatory - reduces viral-induced inflammation and tissue damage
• Lymphatic support - Thuja supports lymphatic immune clearance

Who May Benefit from Vira-Immune Complex

This formula may be considered by individuals with:

• Herpes simplex (cold sores or genital herpes)
• Shingles or post-herpetic neuralgia
• Glandular fever or chronic EBV
• Warts or HPV-related conditions
• Recurrent viral infections
• Post-viral fatigue syndrome
• Poor antiviral immune function
• Those seeking natural antiviral immune support

Practitioner-Grade Quality

Mediherb: Professional-grade herbal extracts manufactured to pharmaceutical standards.

Standardised Licorice: Guaranteed 30mg glycyrrhizinic acid per serving for antiviral potency.

Standardised St John's Wort: Guaranteed 675mcg hypericins - high antiviral dose.

Specialised antiviral formula: Specifically designed for viral conditions rather than general immune support.

Dosage & Use

Professional use only: This is a practitioner-grade formula. Consult with your healthcare practitioner for appropriate dosing based on your individual needs and viral condition.

Typical dosage: As directed by your healthcare professional.

Acute viral infections: Higher doses typically used during active infection.

Preventive use: Lower maintenance doses for ongoing viral prevention.

Important Information

Practitioner recommendation: This formula is designed for use under professional guidance, particularly for herpes virus conditions and chronic viral illness.

CRITICAL - St John's Wort drug interactions: St John's Wort significantly interacts with many medications including antidepressants (serotonin syndrome risk), oral contraceptive pill (reduced effectiveness), warfarin, antivirals, and immunosuppressants. Always consult your healthcare practitioner before use if taking any medications.

Licorice caution: Not recommended for those with high blood pressure, kidney disease, or oedema. Not for long-term use without practitioner supervision.

Thuja caution: Not recommended during pregnancy. Use only under practitioner supervision.

Contraindications: Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Not recommended with pharmaceutical antidepressants or antivirals without medical supervision.

Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult your healthcare professional.

Supports: Antiviral immune defence, herpes virus management, shingles support, wart treatment, recurrent viral infection prevention, post-viral fatigue recovery, and overall antiviral immune health.