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Centella Indian

Nootropic

Centella asiatica var. India

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Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Indian variety of gotu kola used in classical Ayurveda as Mandukparni for cognitive enhancement, wound healing, and as a Rasayana tonic.

Active Compounds

asiaticosidemadecassosidemadecassic acidasiatic acidbrahmoside

Traditional Uses

Memory and cognitive enhancement in Ayurveda (Medhya Rasayana)
Wound healing and skin repair
Venous insufficiency and varicose veins
Anxiety and stress in Ayurveda

Modern Uses

Cognitive enhancing
Wound healing
Anti-anxiety
Venous tonic
Collagen stimulating

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: capsule, tablet, tea, tincture, extract, topical
Adult Dose: 500-1500mg dried herb daily; 60mg total triterpenoid extract twice daily
Child Dose: Not established; avoid in children under 12
Preparation Notes: Take with food to minimize gastric upset; apply topically as cream for wounds and scars.

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Liver disease
Pregnancy in large doses

Possible Side Effects

Headache
Upset stomach
Liver enzyme elevation with high doses

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