Andrographis per Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
B Evidenze Almeno un trial randomizzato lo supporta, con risultati per lo più coerenti.Multiple randomized controlled trials and Cochrane-reviewed meta-analyses support andrographis for reducing the severity and duration of upper respiratory symptoms. One of the most evidence-backed herbal supplements for acute respiratory infections.
In sintesi
Multiple randomized controlled trials and Cochrane-reviewed meta-analyses support andrographis for reducing the severity and duration of upper respiratory symptoms. One of the most evidence-backed herbal supplements for acute respiratory infections.
Key Study Findings
Popolazione: Participants with uncomplicated URTI
Popolazione: COVID-19/URTI patients
Popolazione: None
Popolazione: None
Popolazione: upper respiratory tract infection
Popolazione: None
Key Statistics
7
Studi
800
Partecipanti
Positive
Grado
Referenced Papers
Dosage & Usage
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units
Dosaggi di uso comune
- acute:
- 400 mg 3x/day for up to 7 days
- general:
- 200 mg standardized extract (30% andrographolides) 2x/day
Limite massimo: No established UL; short-term use (<14 days)
Dosaggi studiati nella ricerca
| Dosaggio | Durata | Effetto | N |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 mg/day | 1.0 weeks | Positive | 331 |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Mixed | -- |
| 60 mg | -- | Positive | 179 |
| 95% | -- | Neutral | 1000 |
| 6 μg/mL | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Mixed | -- |
| 18 G | 4.0 weeks | Mixed | -- |
Momento migliore per l'assunzione: At first sign of symptoms; with meals
Safety & Side Effects
Effetti collaterali segnalati
- ⚠ Gastrointestinal discomfort (nausea, diarrhea)
- ⚠ Headache
- ⚠ Fatigue
- ⚠ Allergic reactions (rare)
- ⚠ Potential anti-fertility effects (high doses in animal studies)
Interazioni note
- ● Anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs (may increase bleeding risk)
- ● Antihypertensive medications (additive blood pressure lowering)
- ● Immunosuppressant medications (may counteract immunosuppression)
Livello di assunzione massimo tollerabile: No established UL; short-term use (<14 days)
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Related Evidence
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References
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