Pegaga vs Gotu Kola

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

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.

asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, madecassic acid, flavonoids

Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Brahmoside

Cognitive enhancement, Wound healing, Skin conditions, Venous insufficiency

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

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

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

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

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

Liver disease, Pregnancy high doses

Liver disease, Scheduled surgery, Concurrent hepatotoxic medications

Hepatotoxicity risk at high doses, Drowsiness

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