Guduchi (Giloy)
Tinospora cordifolia
An Ayurvedic immune 'rejuvenator' (amrita, 'nectar of immortality') used in fevers and for immunity.
Traditional use (ayurveda): An Ayurvedic immune 'rejuvenator' (amrita, 'nectar of immortality') used in fevers and for immunity.
An Ayurvedic immune 'rejuvenator' (amrita, 'nectar of immortality') used in fevers and for immunity.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- An Ayurvedic immune 'rejuvenator' (amrita, 'nectar of immortality') used in fevers and for immunity.
Evidence strength: preclinical.
- See the evidence level above
- Immune-stimulating (autoimmune caution); rare liver-injury reports.
- Autoimmune disease
- Liver disease
Immune-stimulating (autoimmune caution); rare liver-injury reports.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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