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Submitted by admin on Mon, 02/28/2022 - 08:21
Top Product Attributes

  • Common Name

    Gotu Kola, Brahmi, Indian Pennywort

  • Botanical Name

    Centella asiatica

  • Part Used

    Herb

  • Clinical Summary

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  • Monograph

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  • Alcohol

    45%

  • Dose

    10 to 40mL weekly

Gotu kola is well known as a universal panacea for promoting longevity. It is recognised for its rapid healing and anti-inflammatory qualities and is one of the chief herbs for treating skin problems, varicose veins and to heal wounds. It is widely used as a blood purifier as well as for treating high blood pressure. 

Main Product Attributes
A guide to Gotu Kola and its properties

  • Traditional Use

    In Traditional Chinese Medicine gotu kola is one of the reported ‘elixirs of a long life’ known for more than 2000 years ago. It has been used for centuries for the treatment of anxious and depressive complaints and to improve memory. In Ayurveda gotu kola is one of the main herbs for revitalizing the nerves and brain cells where it is an intellect promoting (medhaya rasayana) medicine.

  • Actions

    Adaptogen, anxiolytic, nervine tonic, neuroprotective, nootropic, sedative, antidepressant, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, alterative, skin protective, antidiabetic.

  • Indications

    •    Cognitive function, Alzheimer’s disease
    •    Anxiety, stress, depression
    •    Insomnia
    •    Circulation and water retention
    •    Joint pain, swelling 
    •    Skin conditions, wound healing, stretch marks, varicose veins and scarring including topically

  • Energetics

    Sweet, bitter, cooling.

  • Use in Pregnancy

    None known

  • Contraindications & Cautions

    None known

  • Drug Interactions

    Caution with central nervous system depressant and hepatotoxic drugs 

  • Dietary Information

    Vegan friendly. Gluten and dairy free

  • Substitutes

    Bacopa, Ginkgo, Rosemary, Lemon Balm, Sage