Centella asiatica, Gotu Kola leaves

Centella (Centella asiatica), Gotu Kola
Other Names: Gotu Kola, Centella Asiatica

Basic Properties : tonic of the nervous system, stimulant of blood circulation especially in the extremities and brain, anti-inflammatory, stimulates collagen production

Uses: to enhance memory, Alzheimer's, for Mental stimulation, in anxiety and Depression, problems with venous circulation,
Externally it is used for wound healing, psoriasis and burns.

How is it used:
the leaves and aerial parts of the plant as an infusion: Add half to a teaspoon to a cup of boiled water for 10-15 minutes. Drink up to 3 times a day.
To improve venous circulation, Centella needs to be used for 4-8 weeks.

Special precautions:
Gotu Kola interacts with medications that act as central nervous system depressants, so they should not be co-administered.
Increased sedation and drowsiness may occur.
Do not use Centella if you are taking medications that negatively affect liver function at the same time because there is an interaction and liver damage may occur.

The external use of Centella during pregnancy and breastfeeding is considered rather safe, but its internal use is not, and should be avoided due to a lack of sufficient data on its safety.