NOW Kids Elderberry Liquid helps relieve colds, flu, and sore throat. Elderberry has been used traditionally in herbal medicine to maintain health and well-being. NOW Kidsٙ Elderberry Liquid combines elderberry 10:1 concentrate with zinc to promote seasonal wellness. Elderberry has been used traditionally to maintain health and well-being. One teaspoon provides the equivalent of 2.5 grams of dried fruit. This sugar-free liquid tastes great and is sweetened with Xylitol to be tooth friendly and easy on blood sugar levels. Zinc has been added to promote normal immune system function.Recommended Dosage: Children 2 to 9 years: take 1 teaspoon daily. Adolescents 10 to 13 years: take 3 teaspoons daily. Adolescents 14 to 18 years old: take 4 teaspoons daily. Take with food, a few hours before or after taking other medications or natural health products.Caution: Consult a physician if symptoms persist or worsen or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs. Zinc supplementation can cause a copper deficiency. If you are unsure whether you are taking enough copper, consult a physician prior to use. Warning: Xylitol is harmful to pets. Do not feed Xylitol to dogs or other pets. Seek veterinary care immediately if ingestion is suspected.