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GOTU KOLA (CENTELLA ASIATICA)
COMMON NAME : Centella, gotu kola
LATIN NAME : Centella asiatica l.
ACTIVE SUBSTANCES : asiaticosides, triterpenes
DESCRIPTION : Centella is actually a specific variety of gotu kola, but since no other varieties possess such high amounts of asiaticosides and other tri-terpenes, the term "centella" is reserved for just this variety; "gotu kola" is used for all other varieties. Centella is found only in Madagascar while the other varieties of gotu kola are found in India and neighboring countries. Centella does not contain caffeine or any derivatives.
PHARMACOLOGY : Asiaticosides stimulate the reticuloendothelial system where new blood cells are formed and old ones destroyed, fatty materials are stored, iron is metabolized, and immune responses and inflammation occur or begin. The primary mode of action of Centella appears to be on the various phases of connective tissue development, which are part of the healing process. Centella also increases keratinization, the process of building more skin in areas of infection such as sores and ulcers. Asiaticosides also stimulate the synthesis of lipids and proteins neces sary for healthy skin. Finally centella strengthens veins by repairing the connective tissues surrounding veins and decreasing capillary fragility.
ACTIVE PROPERTIES : Centella has been found to have important healing effects on solid tissues, including skin, connective tissue, lymph tissues, blood vessels, and mucous membranes. Centella has found its most successful applications in treatment of conditions involving venous insufficiency, tissue inflammation and infection, and post-surgical healing.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE : 50-100 mg/day internally. Topical applications available: 1% preparation twice/day.
TOXICITY, CAUTIONS & CONTRA-INDICATIONS : No known toxicity.
