Airborne is a brand of supplements containing vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and herbs that the manufacturers suggest can support immune health. While it was once actively promoted as an "immune-booster" able to cure or prevent colds, there is no evidence to support the claims.

Airborne is an American brand of dietary supplement containing herbal extracts, amino acids, antioxidants, electrolytes, vitamins, and other ingredients originally marketed as preventing the common cold and improving immune function.

Not really. The vitamins and minerals in these products are similar. And supplements like Emergen-C and Airborne haven't been proven effective in clinical studies.

Airborne and Emergen-C are designed to boost your immune system. Both supplements contain high levels of vitamin C, but Airborne also has riboflavin (vitamin B2), zinc, and herbs. Emergen-C contains B vitamins and zinc. There is some evidence the nutrients included in these products can reduce or prevent sickness.

A one-time large dose is removed by the kidneys with little to no symptoms, but if large doses are taken daily over a period of time, it can build up and lead to problems, especially for those with kidney disease.

every 3-4 hours *HOW MUCH SHOULD I TAKE: Drop one (1) tablet into 4-6 ounces of water, let dissolve and drink. Adults and children 14 years and older, repeat every 3-4 hours as neccessary, up to 2 times per day. Children 12-13 years old, no more than (1) tablet per day.

Nutrition and ingredients

• 1g.
• Sodium (as Sodium Bicarbonate) 230mg. 10%
• Zinc (as Sulfate) 8mg. 53%
• Manganese (as Gluconate) 3mg. 150%
• Potassium (as Potassium Bicarbonate) 80mg. 2%
• Riboflavin (as riboflavin) 2.8mg. 165%
• Selenium (as Chelate) 15mcg. 21%

A one-time large dose is removed by the kidneys with little to no symptoms, but if large doses are taken daily over a period of time, it can build up and lead to problems, especially for those with kidney disease.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy. Some vitamins and minerals can be harmful if taken in large doses. You may need to use a specially formulated prenatal vitamin.

The bottom line. Many people take Airborne and feel like it helps them stay well. If this is the case for you, Airborne likely won't hurt you. But it's probably not a good idea to use it as your sole method for protecting against colds.

Some of the ingredients can be irritating to the stomach, causing stomach upset with possible nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Additionally, medical experts recommend caution with overuse of Vitamin C.

Can repeat every 3-4 hours, up to 3 times per day. Children 12-13 years old, repeat every 3-4 hours as necessary, up to 2 times per day; no more than 2 tablets. Gluten Free. Visit AirborneHealth.com to learn more.