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Urinary tract health

Ellura®

R 184.02

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. Mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet.

Supports urinary tract health and helps reduce the frequency of recurrent cystitis. Take control of your urinary health with Ellura® today.

Key Ingredient: American cranberry

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Keep harmful bacteria in the urinary tract under control

Research suggests it helps prevent harmful bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract wall2,3

Reduce the occurence of cystitis

Clinical studies show it helps reduce the frequency of recurrent cystitis2

Support urinary tract health

Regular use may help flush away harmful bacteria to maintain urinary tract health 2,3

Product Description

Ellura®: Natural Cranberry Supplement for UTI Prevention and Urinary Tract Health

Ellura® is a highly effective, natural cranberry UTI supplement that supports urinary tract health and helps reduce the frequency of recurrent cystitis.

Prevent Bacteria from Sticking to the Bladder

Its unique formulation contains concentrated cranberry extract, which has been scientifically proven to help maintain a healthy urinary tract by preventing bacteria from adhering to the bladder walls. This action helps minimize the risk of infections and promotes overall bladder health.

Recognize the Signs of Cystitis

When you experience pain or a burning sensation while urinating, it can be an extremely uncomfortable and distressing experience. In many cases, people often link this sensation to cystitis, an inflammation of the bladder that is especially common in women due to anatomical and hormonal factors. As a result, cystitis can lead to frequent urination, discomfort, and sometimes even fever.

Reduce the Risk of Recurrent Infections

Recurrent cystitis can be frustrating and disruptive to your daily life, but there are ways to help reduce the chances of experiencing it again.

Ellura® cranberry UTI supplement supports your body’s natural defenses and reduces the frequency of cystitis outbreaks. The active ingredients in Ellura® work by preventing harmful bacteria from adhering to the urinary tract, which significantly reduces the likelihood of infection.

Take Control of Your Urinary Tract Health

Regular use of Ellura® can help you take control of recurrent cystitis, allowing you to experience fewer flare-ups and enjoy greater peace of mind. Ellura® cranberry UTI supplement offers a natural, proven solution to manage and prevent recurrent cystitis, supporting your urinary tract health effectively.

Try Ellura® Cranberry UTI Supplement Today

With its potent cranberry extract, Ellura® offers a simple yet effective way to maintain urinary tract health and reduce the risk of infection. Try Ellura® today to take control of your urinary health and experience relief from the discomfort of recurrent cystitis.

Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional. If pain or irritation persists for more than 48 hours, consult your healthcare professional. The presence of blood in the urine warrants immediate medical attention.

Research & Evidence

Research & Evidence

Key Ingredient

Ellura® contains an exclusive extract of Vaccinium macrocarpon, more commonly known as cranberry. The key active ingredient in cranberries that make them beneficial for supporting urinary tract health is proanthocyanidins (PACs). 36 mg of bioactive PACs is the clinically researched dose shown to help prevent harmful bacteria attaching to the urinary tract wall.2

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Trials & Studies

36 mg of PACs in every capsule

This is the number of PACs that has been clinically researched and recommended worldwide

Dosage & Directions

Recommended dosage & directions

Ellura® can be taken at first signs of recurrent cystitis to help keep harmful bacteria in the urinary tract under control and can be used ongoing to help maintain urinary tract health and help reduce the frequency of recurrent cystitis.

Recommended dosage and directions

Adults and adolescents 12 years and over: take 1 capsule daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

For ongoing urinary tract support, continue taking Ellura or use as recommended by your healthcare professional.

Children <12 years: Discuss with your healthcare professional.   

Ellura® is generally well tolerated based on clinical research and years of worldwide use. Please consult the FAQs below for specific information on tolerability and interactions. It is recommended that you talk to your healthcare professional if you have any questions about the use of Ellura.

If you have current or a history of kidney stones or kidney disease, it is recommended that you talk to your healthcare professional before taking Ellura®.

If pain or irriation persists for more than 48 hours, consult your healthcare professional. The presence of blood in the urine warrants immediate medical attention.

Distributed by Soho Flordis International South Africa (Pty) Ltd.  |  Company Registration no.  004/035255/07.
This unregistered medicine has not been evaluated by the SAHPRA for its quality, safety or intended use.

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Active ingredients

Active ingredients

American cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon)

Each capsule contains Cranberry fruit juice powder, equiv. fresh fruit 50g standardized to 36mg proanthocyanidins (PACs) calculated as procyanidin A2

FAQs

FAQs

What makes Ellura® different?

Ellura® supports urinary tract health and helps reduce recurrent cystitis with 36 mg of bioactive PACs from concentrated cranberry extract per capsule. This is the same amount of PACs that has been clinically researched to help reduce the ocurrence of cystitis2-4 through helping to prevent harmful bacteria from attaching to the urinary tract wall. 5 That’s why you can be confident that Ellura® can offer the same benefits demonstrated in the clinical trials.

Natural medicines can vary considerably depending on the species of plant chosen, the way it is grown and harvested, the extraction and the production processes. So it’s essential to ensure the product you’re getting is the same as the one shown in clinical research to support urinary tract health.

Is Ellura likely to interact with other medications?

Ellura® can be taken alongside common medicines for urinary tract health as there are no known reported interactions with these medicines. However, it is always recommended you talk to your healthcare professional before taking medicines in combination.

If you are taking or plan to take blood thinning agents (such as anti-coagulants like warfarin and aspirin) talk to your healthcare professional before starting Ellura®. These types of medicines may be affected by Ellura® or may affect how well it works.

Can Ellura® be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Although there are no known interactions in pregnancy and breastfeeding when using Ellura®, it is recommended to speak with your healthcare professional before starting Ellura® if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Is Ellura® suitable for children?

Before giving to children under the age of 12 years of age seek advice from a healthcare professional. For children over 12 years the dosage is 1 capsule daily with water.

Does Ellura® affect my ability to drive and use machines?

Ellura® is not expected to cause drowsiness or affect your ability to drive or use machines.

Should Ellura® be stopped before surgery?

There is no data regarding the use of Ellura® before or during surgery. It is important to first discuss this with your healthcare professional, including your anaesthetist and surgeon, before surgery.

Is Ellura® suitable for vegans?

Ellura® capsules are vegan friendly.

Does Ellura® contain any allergens?

Ellura® capsules contain a concentrated extract of cranberry juice powder standardised to 36 mg proanthocyanidins (PACs) and and do not contain any added dairy, lactose, gluten, soy, wheat, yeast, corn, artificial flavours, colours or sweeteners.

If you are in doubt ask your healthcare professional, read the label and package insert, or contact us.

Does Ellura® contain any lactose?

No, Ellura® does not contain lactose.

Does Ellura® contain gluten?

There is no added gluten (or gluten containing ingredients) in Ellura®.

Where can I find Ellura®?

Ellura® is available from pharmacies, selected health food stores and natural health practitioners.

References

References

  1. Ikäheimo et al. Clin Infect Dis. 1996 Jan;22(1):91-9. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8824972?report=abstract&amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a>
  2. >Bianco L et al. J Am Geriatr Soc 2012; 60:1180-1. This work was supported by the National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health and Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center at Yale University School of Medicine with financial interest from Pharmatoka. Pharmatoka had no role in gathering or preparation or in writing of the manuscript.
  3. Botto H & Neuzillet Y. Scandinavian Journal of Urology and Nephrology 2010; 44: 165-8.
  4. Uberos J et al. Open Access Journal of Clinical Trials 2012;4:31-38.
  5. Howell AB et al. BMC Infectious Diseases 2010:94:1-11. Reseach conducted by Howell et al with financial interest from Pharmatoka.

Food for thought:

Did you know that research has shown that 44% of cases of cystitis will suffer a recurrent episode within 12 months? 1 Find out more about how Ellura can help to improve the health of your urinary tract

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