King of Bitters (Kalmegh)
Andrographis paniculata
A bitter herb with decent trial support for shortening colds and easing sore throat.
Traditional use (ayurveda): A bitter herb with decent trial support for shortening colds and easing sore throat.
A bitter herb with decent trial support for shortening colds and easing sore throat.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A bitter herb with decent trial support for shortening colds and easing sore throat.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Can cause stomach upset; avoid in pregnancy and with autoimmune drugs.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Can cause stomach upset; avoid in pregnancy and with autoimmune drugs.
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.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.