Astragalus glycyphyllos vs Karpuravalli

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Astragalus glycyphyllos

Respiratory

Coleus aromaticus

Respiratory

Astragalus glycyphyllos

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Karpuravalli

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

European milkvetch with licorice-like taste used in folk medicine for respiratory and digestive conditions.

South and Southeast Asian succulent used in Ayurveda and Siddha medicine for cough, cold, asthma, and digestive conditions; popular home remedy.

Active Compounds

flavonoids, glycyrrhizin-like compounds, saponins, tannins

carvacrol, thymol, eugenol, rosmarinic acid, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

Respiratory conditions in European folk medicine, Digestive complaints, Wound healing

Cough and cold, Asthma, Digestive complaints, Wound healing

Modern Uses

Expectorant effects, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

Antimicrobial activity, Expectorant effects, Anti-inflammatory properties, Antifungal action

Adult Dosage

3-5 g dried herb as tea

Fresh leaf juice: 1-2 tablespoons 2-3 times daily; leaf tea 2-3 cups

Contraindications

Hypertension - glycyrrhizin-like compounds, Pregnancy

Pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

Edema, Hypertension with prolonged use

Mild GI effects

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E