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 Andrographis:

Species (Family): Andrographis paniculata (Acanthaceae)
Part(s) Used: The whole herb, including the root Synonym(s):
King of bitters
Uses:

- Herbal use:
-Andrographis is most commonly used as an immune stimulant.
-Effective in reducing the severity and duration of the symptoms in (upper
respiratory tract infection) URTI. (Treatment for uncomplicated cases).
-Reputed to possess antihepatotoxic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer
properties.

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