Yerba de Tago vs Rohitaka

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Yerba de Tago

Eclipta alba

Liver Support

Tecomella undulata

Liver Support

Yerba de Tago

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Rohitaka

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A pan-tropical herb closely related to bhringaraj, used in traditional medicine systems worldwide for liver and hair.

Desert tree whose bark is highly valued in Ayurveda for liver and spleen disorders, particularly hepatomegaly and splenomegaly.

Active Compounds

Wedelolactone, Demethylwedelolactone, Eclalbatin

tecomin, lapachol, beta-sitosterol, ursolic acid, oleanolic acid

Traditional Uses

Liver disorders, Hair loss, Skin diseases

Liver enlargement, Spleen disorders, Anemia treatment, Skin diseases

Modern Uses

Hepatoprotective, Hair growth, Anti-venom

Hepatoprotective activity, Anti-inflammatory effects, Antitumor potential, Antimicrobial properties

Adult Dosage

3-6g powder daily

3-5g bark powder daily; 500mg extract twice daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy

Pregnancy, Lactation, Liver failure (acute)

Side Effects

Mild GI upset

Mild laxative effect, Digestive upset 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