Andrographis ( Andrographis paniculata)
Other Names::
A flowering plant with small white flowers and lance-shaped leaves, traditionally used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine for its bitter taste and medicinal properties. Used for diarrhea, lack of bile, pneumonia, tonsillitis, colds, sinus infections, influenza.
Caution: May cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. NOT for use during pregnancy or lactation.
Energetics::
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Properties::
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Antibacterial
Destroys or stops the growth of bacteria
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Antiviral
Opposes the action of a virus
Bitter
Triggers the gastrointestinal system to get ready to eat
Cholagogue
Aid discharge of bile
Febrifuge
Reduce fever
Immunostimulant
Ailments::
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Parts::
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Associated with ::
Immune
Digestive
Respiratory