Andrographis | Medicinal plant in the Akhdar Encyclopedia
These studies have been investigated for symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections. Results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
Plant name
andrographies
Latin name
Andrographis paniculata
Common names
andrographies
foreign names
Andrographis paniculata
The group
Acanthaceae
Habitat and Geographic Distribution
South and Southeast Asia
Botanical description
A plant species belonging to the Acanthaceae family, the scientific name Andrographis paniculata is adopted as an accurate reference to avoid confusion with similar popular names.
Used part
pneumatic parts
chemical components
andrographolide
Properties and medical uses
These studies have been investigated for symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections.
Results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
pharmaceutical forms
Preparations from the aerial parts may be available as tea, powder, or standardized extract depending on the plant and local regulations; dosages vary drastically between forms and are not inferred from this record.
Side effects and precautions
It may cause allergies and digestive upset and should be avoided during pregnancy.
Consult a healthcare professional if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver or kidney disease, or are taking chronic medications.
the environment
South and Southeast Asia
Agriculture and productivity
The aforementioned native environment and the requirements of the species Andrographis paniculata are taken into account, with the acquisition of botanically documented propagation material and avoidance of collecting threatened wild species.
History and Heritage
South and Southeast Asia.
This traditional use illustrates the historical context and does not, on its own, prove therapeutic efficacy.
Medical note
This is educational content and does not constitute medical advice.
Do not consume any unidentified plant, do not stop taking prescribed medication, and contact emergency services or a poison control center if poisoning is suspected.
تنبيه صحي
هذه المعلومات للتثقيف ولا تمثل وصفة علاجية.
استشر طبيباً أو صيدلانياً قبل استخدام أي نبات طبي، خاصة أثناء الحمل أو الرضاعة أو عند تناول أدوية مزمنة.
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