Centella Asiatica

Outside Body
Outside: Harmless

Centella Asiatica, also known as Gotu Kola, is a medicinal herb used for centuries in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is believed to have various ben...

Centella Asiatica, also known as Gotu Kola, is a medicinal herb used for centuries in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is believed to have various beneficial properties, including wound healing, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and antioxidant effects. The plant contains active compounds like triterpenoids (asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid, and madecassic acid), which are thought to be responsible for its therapeutic effects.

Key Information

Outside Body Harmful Score

Harmless

Common Dosage

30-1000mg daily

Source Type

natural

Production Process

Harvesting of the plant, drying, and extraction of active compounds using various solvents (e.g., water, ethanol).

Use Type

Outside Body

Potential Benefits

Scar healing is the body's process of repairing damaged skin, involving inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. Effective interventions aim to minimize scar visibility and discomfort by promoting collagen synthesis, reducing inflammation, and improving skin texture.

3/5

Possible Side Effects

Drowsiness

Drowsiness is a state of impaired alertness characterized by a strong desire to sleep and reduced responsiveness. It can cause difficulty concentrating, decreased reaction time, and impaired judgment.

low
Nausea

Stomach upset, often related to dosage amount.

medium
Skin irritation (topical)

Topical application can cause skin irritation, rash, or allergic reactions, especially in sensitive individuals. Severity is generally low, but proper management and awareness of risk factors are important.

low

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