Phikun Thong vs Pegaga

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Phikun Thong

Mimusops elengi

Nootropic

Pegaga

Centella asiatica (Malay)

Nootropic

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Phikun Thong

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Pegaga

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A Thai traditional herb used for fever, oral health, and as a brain tonic in both Thai and Ayurvedic traditions.

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

Active Compounds

saponins, flavonoids, tannins, essential oils

asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, madecassic acid, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

fever, oral conditions, brain tonic, skin conditions

Cognitive enhancement, Wound healing, Skin conditions, Venous insufficiency

Modern Uses

antipyretic, antimicrobial, cognitive, anti-inflammatory

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

Adult Dosage

6-15g bark or flower daily

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

Contraindications

pregnancy

Liver disease, Pregnancy high doses

Side Effects

generally well tolerated

Hepatotoxicity risk at high doses, Drowsiness

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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