Biovanta is a breakthrough new treatment for cold, cough and sore throat. Unlike leading OTC products on the market, Biovanta works by targeting the upper respiratory inflammation that causes the symptoms.

The active ingredient in Biovanta is ultra-low dose acetylsalicylic acid (commonly known as aspirin), but at a very small dosage (6 mg) compared to even baby aspirin, which contains 81mg. Our aspirin is derived from plants using a proprietary technology. Biovanta also contains lactoferrin and lysozyme, which are powerful anti-inflammatory molecules naturally present in mucus, and added to help bolster your body’s natural immunity. Click here for a full list of our ingredients.

How is aspirin beneficial in such a small dose? And why is it not beneficial in larger doses?

Aspirin can lower prostaglandin levels (a measure of inflammation) but at too high a dose it can disrupt the body’s balance. We found, there is a small therapeutic window in which aspirin is anti-inflammatory: 6 mg per dose. Below this level, the drug would not have a significant affect and above it, it becomes inflammatory. For comparison, a baby aspirin contains 81 mg. Aspirin is known to damage the stomach lining in higher doses. This is probably why it also damages the respiratory lining in higher doses.

How does Biovanta work differently than other OTC Cough/Cold/Sore Throat products?

Upper respiratory infection that causes cough and sore throat is caused by inflammation of the pharynx, the area between your tonsils and your voice box. When respiratory viruses infect the pharynx, they inflame the area. The active ingredients of most leading cough, cold and sore throat products may mask symptoms for a short period of time, but actually worsen inflammation and may therefore exacerbate and prolong the illness. Biovanta is the only cough, cold and sore throat product that safely and effectively addresses the upper respiratory inflammation that causes cold symptoms.

Does Biovanta contain alcohol?

The Biovanta lozenges do not contain alcohol. The Biovanta spray contains alcohol, but a minimal amount and only from natural sources. Alcohol is produced naturally in many food products.

Does Biovanta contain sugar?

No. All Biovanta products are sugar-free. The lozenges contain isomalt, a plant-based sweetener.

Do your products contain wheat or gluten?

Biovanta does not contain wheat or gluten products.

Do your products contain shellfish?

Biovanta does not contain shelfish.

Do your products contain dairy or eggs?

Yes, Biovanta contains lactoferrin isolated from milk and isolated from egg whites.

Is Biovanta safe to use past its expiration date?

While Biovanta may still be effective past its tested shelf life we do not advise using it after its expiration date.

Is Biovanta tested on animals?

No. We have intentionally avoided any animal testing. Applied Biological Laboratories is committed to conservation and we strive to minimize our negative impact on the environment.

Is Biovanta safe to use while pregnant or breast feeding?

Always ask your healthcare provider before use. It is especially important not to use aspirin during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless directed to do so by a doctor.

How often can I take Biovanta?

Spray: apply as needed—no more than once every 30 minutes or as directed by health care provider Lozenges: dissolve 1 lozenge slowly in mouth; repeat every 30 minutes or as directed by health care provider.

Is it safe to give Biovanta to my children?

Children under 6 should not use the Biovanta lozenges due to the risk of choking. Reye's syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness.

Are there any side effects associated with taking Biovanta?

Individuals may have allergic reactions to individual ingredients in Biovanta, including the acetylsalicylic acid, which is an NSAID, lactoferrin which is extracted from milk, and lysozyme which is extracted from eggs.

Glossary | Biovanta

Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA)

the chemical name of aspirin; a white crystalline derivative C9H8O4 of salicylic acid used for relief of pain and fever. Click here to learn more about ASA.

Anti-Inflammatory

used to reduce inflammation

Bradykinin

one of the body’s first inflammatory signals following an upper respiratory infection

Cox Inhibitor

a type of drug that is used to treat inflammation and pain; COX inhibitors belong to the family of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Homeopathic Remedy

a pseudoscientific system of alternative medicine, generally based on the principle that a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person can be used in diluted form to treat symptoms and illnesses, a principle known as “like-cures-like”. There are no FDA-approved products labeled as homeopathic; this means that any product labeled as homeopathic is being marketed in the U.S. without FDA evaluation for safety or effectiveness.

Inflammation

the process by which your body's white blood cells and the things they make protect you from infection from outside invaders, such as bacteria and viruses

Interleukin

one of a group of related proteins made by white blood cells and other cells in the body; Interleukins regulate immune responses.

Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)

an enzyme found in almost every cell of your body, including your blood, muscles, brain, kidneys, and pancreas.

Lactoferrin

a protein found in cow milk and human milk; Lactoferrin is an important protein component of the innate immune system that is broadly distributed within the body fluids in the eye, nose, respiratory tract and intestine. Click here to learn more about Lactoferrin.

Lysozyme

a protein occurring in animals, plants, bacteria and viruses; It can be found in in saliva, milk, honey and egg whites. Click here to learn more about Lysozyme.

Monograph

FDA “rule book” for each therapeutic category establishing conditions, such as active ingredients, uses (indications), doses, labeling, and testing, under which an OTC drug is generally recognized as safe and effective.

Naturally Derived

any ingredient whose starting material originates from plant, mineral, microbe or animal materials with minimal processing.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

a class of drugs that are widely used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and bring down a high temperature.

Organoids

In the last decade scientists discovered a way to grow upper respiratory human tissue, intact with all major physiological and biochemical functions, in the laboratory. Through this new state-of-the-art technique, scientists are now able to create organoids, which are self-organized three-dimensional tissue cultures, that help them precisely understand the body’s reaction to viruses and measure key parameters like cytokine secretion (chemical immune response), inflammation, mucus production and cilia locomotion in controlled settings.

Over-The-Counter (OTC) Drugs

medicines sold directly to a consumer without a prescription from a healthcare professional, as opposed to prescription drugs, which may be supplied only to consumers possessing a valid prescription.

Peptide

a molecule consisting of two or more amino acids linked in a chain.

Pharyngitis (sore throat)

inflammation of the pharynx (the cavity behind the nose and mouth) and nearby structures in the upper respiratory system. Pharyngitis is one of the most common symptoms of upper respiratory infection, and a leading cause of physician visits and antibiotic prescriptions, but few, if any, over-the-counter (OTC) medications are proven to address sore throat inflammation.

Prostaglandin

compounds in the body made of fats that have hormone-like effects; prostaglandins play a key role in the generation of the inflammatory response.

Stem Cells

the body's raw materials — cells from which all other cells with specialized functions are generated. Under the right conditions in the body or a laboratory, stem cells divide to form more cells called daughter cells.

Therapeutic

having a healing effect.

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