Gotu Kola
Gotu Kola
Gotu Kola is a nootropic herb (smart drug), anxiolytic and nervine. Considered a rasayana in ayurvedic medicine gotu kola also excels as an antioxidant, increases cognition and mental clarity, reduces anxiety, strengthens weakened veins and treats gastric ulcers.
See Adaptogenic Blends and Medicinal Teas for formulas using Gotu Kola as a complementary nootropic and nervine.
Concentration/Ingredients
1:4 - Gotu kola herb, organic alcohol, distilled water.
Suggested use:
20-30 drops(1 - 2 droppers full) in at least 4oz of juice or water. Take 2 - 3 times per day. Approximately 30 doses in a 2oz bottle.
Properties: Nootropic, nervine, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, neuroprotective radioprotective, antinociceptive, antiepileptic.
Precautions: Do not use when pregnant. May cause headaches in sensitive people. May increase the effects of barbiturates, sedatives and analgesics. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use.
Always consult your healthcare practitioner before taking a new medication.
Botanical Name: Centella asiatica
Family: Mackinlayaceae or a sub family of Apiaceae
Common Names: Gotu kola, Fountain of life, indian pennywort, marsh penny, centella, hydrocotyle, pegagan, ondelaga, vallarai.
Part used: Herb