ANDROGRAPHIS EXTRACT TINCTURE

Description

Andrographis paniculata

Common Name:  Andrographis, chiretta, creat, green chirayta, human gallbladder grass, Indian echinacea, kalmegh, king of bitters, kirata, neem of the ground

Family:  Acanthaceae

Chinese Medicine Name:  Chuan xin lian, xhuān xīn lián

Ayurvedic Name:  Bhuinimb, kirata, mahateet

Parts Used:  Leaf, aerial parts, root

Native To:  India and Sri Lanka

Actions:  Anthelmintic Anti-diabetic Anti-infective Anti-inflammatory Antibacterial Antidiarrheal Antimalarial Antiparasitic Antiplatlet Antipyretic Antitumor Antivenom Bitter Choleretic Depurative Expectorant Hepatoprotective Immunomodulant Laxative Stomachic Vulnerary

Taste:  Acrid Bitter

Energy:  Cold

Andrographis paniculata is also known as “Indian echinacea,” and it has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic medicine.

Traditionally, andrographis tincture has been used to relieve symptoms of respiratory infections and boost immunity. It possesses antimicrobial and antiviral properties that have been proven to fight infections. The plant’s compounds have displayed antibacterial activity against Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus.

Benefits/Uses

Here’s a breakdown of the plant’s specific health benefits and uses:

Fights the Common Cold

Lowers Fever

Reduces Inflammation

Works as an Antioxidant

May Have Anticancer Effects

Has Anti-diabetic Effect