Overview
Andrographis (Andrographis paniculate) is a plant native to South Asian countries. It is commonly used in the traditional Indian medicine system, Ayurveda.
Andrographis leaf and stem might work by stimulating the immune system. It might also prevent flu viruses from binding to cells in the body.
People commonly use andrographis for the common cold, osteoarthritis, infection of the throat and tonsils, and a type of bowel disease called ulcerative colitis.
Constituents
Andrographis paniculata contains: andrographolide, a diterpene lactone compound, is believed to be the principal active agent. Other possibly active constituents include neoandrographolide, andrographiside, 14-deoxy-11,12-didehydroandrographolide, deoxyandrographolide, and arabinoglycan proteins.
Uses & Effectiveness
Possibly Effective for
1. Common cold. Taking andrographis by mouth, alone or as part of an herbal combination product, seems to improve cough and sore throat in some people with the common cold.
2. Osteoarthritis.
3.sanInfection of throat and tonsils (tonsillopharyngitis).
4. A type of inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis).
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