Sambiloto: uses, side effects, interactions

Benefits

What is Sambiloto for?

Andrographis or sambiloto is a plant native to South Asian countries such as India and Sri Lanka. Its leaves and underground stems are used to make medicine. Sambiloto can be used to treat:

• colds and flu (influenza)
• sore throat, cough, swollen tonsils, bronchitis, and allergies
• diarrhea, constipation, bloating, colic, and upset stomach
• enlarged liver, jaundice, and liver damage
• leprosy, pneumonia, tuberculosis, gonorrhea, syphilis, malaria, cholera, rabies, sinusitis, and HIV / AIDS
• sores, ulcers, and itching
• snake and insect bites

How does it work?

There has not been enough research on how this herbal supplement works. Please discuss with your herbalist or doctor for more information. However, there are several studies that show that sambiloto is used in traditional medicine to treat infectious diseases and fever.

Sambiloto is a plant that has antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and immune stimulating properties. Either alone, or in combination with other herbs, sambiloto has been shown to reduce the duration and severity of upper respiratory tract infections (ARI).

Sambiloto extract may benefit patients with ulcerative colitis. This herb also relieves the symptoms of rheumatism. However, patients should exercise caution before using this herb as it can interact with many drugs.

Dose

The information provided below is not a substitute for medical recommendations. Always consult your herbalist or doctor before taking this medicine.

What is the usual dose for Sambiloto for adults?

Sambiloto is a herbal plant that can be used for colds, sinusitis, and tonsillitis. Use at a dose of 60 mg. The 10 mg / kg dose resulted in discontinuation of the clinical trial due to side effects. Clinical trials in children with upper respiratory tract infections reported the use of sambiloto as 30 mg daily for 10 days.

The dosage for this herbal supplement may be different for each patient. The dose taken depends on your age, health, and several other conditions. Herbal supplements are not always safe. Please discuss with your herbalist or doctor for the dosage that is right for you.

In what form is sambiloto available?

These herbal supplements may be available in capsule or herbal tincture form.

Side effects

What are the side effects of sambiloto?

Sambiloto is an herb that can cause several side effects including:

• hypotension (blood pressure drops)
• nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms of indigestion
• infertility

Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about side effects, please consult an herbalist or doctor.

Security

What should I know before taking Sambiloto?

Store andrographis or sambiloto in a dry place away from direct sunlight. Be careful if you use sambiloto with anticoagulants, antiplatelets, immunosuppressants, and hypertension drugs.

The regulations governing the use of herbal supplements are less stringent than the regulations for the use of drugs. Further research is needed to determine its safety. Before using herbal supplements, make sure the benefits outweigh the risks. Consult your herbalist and doctor for more information.

How safe is sambiloto?

The available data are insufficient to determine how safe the use of sambiloto is in pregnant and lactating women. Sambiloto is an herb that can be used by children under the supervision of a professional herbalist.

However, sambiloto is an herb that should not be used by people who have hypersensitivity.
Do not use in gallbladder disease, bleeding disorders, hypotension, hyperacidity, and duodenal ulcers.

Interaction

What kinds of interactions might occur when I consume sambiloto?

This herbal supplement may interact with your current medications or medical conditions. Consult an herbalist or doctor before using.
If you are taking drugs to lower blood pressure, anticoagulants, and anti-platelet drugs, Sambiloto may increase the effect of these drugs.

Andrographolide, an ingredient in sambiloto, has antioxidant effects that can interfere with the action of some chemotherapy drugs. Long-term use of sambiloto might decrease the immune system's suppressive action. Sambiloto is an herb that can increase enzyme levels in the liver.

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