Swertia Chirata vs Hercampuri

An intensely bitter Himalayan herb used in Ayurveda and Unani medicine as one of the most potent bitter tonics; effective for malaria, liver disorders, and diabetes.

An Andean herb used in Peru and Bolivia for liver conditions, diabetes, and weight management.

Amarogentin, Swerchirin, Chiratin, Mangiferin

swertiamarin, amarogentin, xanthones, alkaloids

Malaria and intermittent fevers, Liver disorders and jaundice, Diabetes and blood sugar control

liver conditions, diabetes, weight management, bile stimulation

Antimalarial and antiparasitic, Hepatoprotective and liver tonic, Hypoglycemic for diabetes

hepatoprotective, hypoglycemic, choleretic, slimming

3-6g dried herb decoction or 5ml tincture twice daily

3-9g dried herb daily

Avoid in hypoacidity conditions, Use cautiously in pregnancy

pregnancy, bile duct obstruction

GI irritation, Nausea (due to extreme bitterness)

gastric irritation with excess use