Centella

Centella asiatica

Family: Apiaceae Evidence: C capsuletinctureteaextract

A pan-Asian herb used in Ayurveda, TCM, and Southeast Asian medicine for cognitive support, wound healing, and venous health.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricInsufficient Data

Contraindications

Liver disease. Scheduled surgery.

Interactions

May interact with sedatives, hepatotoxic drugs, cholesterol and diabetes medications.

Side Effects

GI upset, nausea, drowsiness. Rare: headache, dizziness.

Surgery: Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery.
Liver: Rare hepatotoxicity reported.
Allergy: Apiaceae family allergy.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.