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Andrographis:
Andrographis (Andrographis
paniculata) has been widely used in Indian (Hindu) folk medicine and the Ayurvedic form of medicine. A combination of andrographis with Siberian ginseng or eleuthero (Eleutherococcus senticosus) called Kan Jang ® has been reported effective as part of a regimen to treat influenza in Asian medical systems. The one clinical trial to date of a standardized andrographis preparation does report a significant reduction in duration and severity of symptoms of the flu, as well as decrease in time off from work. More studies specifically looking at influenza, with clear diagnostic criteria for distinguishing flu from simple upper respiratory tract infection (URI), are needed to confirm this finding. Caution is advised when taking andrographis, as adverse effects including drug interactions are possible. Andrographis should not be used if pregnant or breastfeeding, unless otherwise directed by a doctor. Read more
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