Mitragyna inermis vs Andrographis Echioides

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Mitragyna inermis

Antimicrobial

Andrographis Echioides

Andrographis echioides

Antimicrobial

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Mitragyna inermis

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Andrographis Echioides

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

West African tree in same genus as kratom; bark used for malaria and fever management.

Annual herb from South and Southeast Asia used in Siddha medicine for fever, dengue, and anti-inflammatory conditions as a less bitter relative of andrographis.

Active Compounds

mitraphylline, rhynchophylline, alkaloids, tannins, flavonoids

andrographolide, diterpenoids, flavonoids, glucosides

Traditional Uses

malaria, fever, edema, jaundice

fever, dengue, anti-inflammatory, jaundice, liver conditions

Modern Uses

anti-malarial, antipyretic, diuretic

antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, antiviral

Adult Dosage

Bark decoction 5-10g 2x/day

3–5g herb as tea or decoction

Contraindications

pregnancy, liver disease

pregnancy, autoimmune diseases

Side Effects

GI upset

bitter taste, nausea at high doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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