Gotu Kola vs Pegaga

Gotu kola is a creeping herb found in tropical and subtropical regions, used in Ayurvedic, Chinese, and Southeast Asian medicine for thousands of years. It is one of the most important herbs for cognitive function in Ayurveda (where it is sometimes called Brahmi) and for wound healing and skin health.

Malay traditional herb identical to Gotu Kola but used in distinct Malaysian Jamu preparations for cognitive support, wound healing, and leprosy treatment.

Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Brahmoside

asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, madecassic acid, flavonoids

Memory enhancement, Wound healing, Longevity tonic, Meditation aid, Skin health

Cognitive enhancement, Wound healing, Skin conditions, Venous insufficiency

Wound healing and scar reduction, Cognitive function, Venous insufficiency, Anxiety, Keloid treatment

Memory enhancement, Wound healing acceleration, Anxiolytic effects, Venous tonic activity

250-500mg standardized extract (10% asiaticoside) 2-3 times daily

300-680mg extract 3x daily; fresh herb as food; tea 2-3 cups

Liver disease, Scheduled surgery, Concurrent hepatotoxic medications

Liver disease, Pregnancy high doses

GI upset, Nausea, Drowsiness, Headache, Skin irritation (topical), Liver toxicity (rare, long-term)

Hepatotoxicity risk at high doses, Drowsiness