General Information
Andrographis paniculata
(Rice Bitters)
Traditional use
Fever, colds, malaria, diabetes, anti-helminthic
Preparation
Hot/cold tea
Research
A. paniculata
has been shown to lower blood glucose levels and increase liver glycogen in streptozotocin (and alloxan) diabetic rats when administered as an ethanolic extract.
Active compound(s)
andrographolide