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Andrographis paniculata
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
This herb may interact with medications you are taking. Review the interactions table below and consult your healthcare provider before use.
Andrographis is an annual plant native to South Asia, known as the "King of Bitters" for its intensely bitter taste. It is used extensively in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine for infections and fevers. Clinical trials support its effectiveness for reducing duration and severity of upper respiratory infections.
Andrographis is an annual plant native to South Asia, known as the "King of Bitters" for its intensely bitter taste. It is used extensively in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine for infections and fevers. Clinical trials support its effectiveness for reducing duration and severity of upper respiratory infections. Key active compounds include Andrographolide, Neoandrographolide, Deoxyandrographolide.
Andrographolide, along with Neoandrographolide and Deoxyandrographolide, are the primary bioactive compounds in Andrographis. These compounds stabilizes hepatocyte membranes and supports liver regeneration, modulates immune cell activity and cytokine production.
Upper respiratory infections
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Common cold treatment
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Inflammatory conditions
Liver protection
Immune stimulation
Fever treatment
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Cold and flu remedy
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Digestive aid
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
| Drug | Severity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin (Coumadin) | Moderate | Andrographis may have antiplatelet effects that increase bleeding risk with warfarin. |
| Antihypertensives | Mild | Andrographis may have mild blood pressure-lowering effects that add to antihypertensive medications. |
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