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Andrographis Plus®
Label amount: 200 mg
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Andrographis
Also called: Andrographis paniculata, "king of bitters"
A very bitter herb from Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine. Its main active compounds, andrographolides, are studied for easing cold symptoms such as sore throat and cough when it's taken early.
Medical Disclaimer
Supplements can interact with medications and aren't right for everyone, especially during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with a chronic condition. Ask your provider before you start.
Studied for
- Colds and sore throat, taken at the first sign of symptoms
- Short-term immune support
Found naturally in
- Not a regular food. The leaves are traditionally used as a bitter tea or tincture.
Label red flags
- Andrographolide content not listed
- Products meant for daily, year-round use
Check with a provider
- Pregnancy: avoid. It may affect pregnancy.
- Trying to conceive. Ask your provider first.
- Autoimmune conditions. Because it may stimulate the immune system, ask your provider first.
- Taking blood pressure medicine or blood thinners. Ask your provider first.
- Allergic reactions, including rash, are reported. Stop if one appears.
- Stomach upset can occur
Supplements that contain it
2 products in the Lesher Wellness store list andrographis on the label.
Medical Disclaimer
Check with your provider before taking any of these, especially if you're pregnant or take medications.
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Viragraphis
Label amount: 375 mg
Parts of the body it affects
Explore what each area does and the conditions that can affect it.
Blood & immune system
Blood carries oxygen and nutrients, and white blood cells defend you from infection. In autoimmune disease, that defense system targets your own tissues.
Lungs
Your lungs bring oxygen in and carry carbon dioxide out. Several autoimmune conditions can inflame or scar lung tissue, often quietly at first.
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