Vitex Negundo vs Anatolian Borage

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Vitex Negundo

Vitex negundo

Hormonal

Anatolian Borage

Borago officinalis var. turcica

Hormonal

⚠️ Pregnancy & Nursing Warnings

Vitex Negundo

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Anatolian Borage

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A widely used medicinal shrub in Asia used for respiratory conditions, joint inflammation, and as a female hormonal regulator; extensively used in Filipino traditional medicine as Lagundi.

Borage cultivated widely in Turkey for seed oil and traditional use in adrenal and hormonal support.

Active Compounds

Luteolin, Iridoid glycosides, Vitexin, Flavonoids

GLA, linoleic acid, pyrrolizidine alkaloids, mucilage

Traditional Uses

Respiratory disorders and cough, Joint inflammation and arthritis, Uterine tonic and menstrual regulation

adrenal tonic, anti-inflammatory for arthritis, treatment of skin conditions

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory for arthritis, Respiratory support for bronchitis, Female hormonal balance

GLA source, anti-inflammatory, hormonal support

Adult Dosage

3-6g leaf decoction or 300mg extract three times daily

500-1000mg GLA as seed oil daily

Contraindications

Avoid during pregnancy, May reduce effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives

liver disease, pregnancy - PA content

Side Effects

Mild GI disturbance, Headache

liver toxicity with prolonged use

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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